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What is the age of onset of Schizophrenia?
The onset of symptoms usually begins in late adolescence and early adulthood.
How is Schizophrenia treated?
Antipsychotic medications can reduce the intensity and frequency of symptoms. They can be taken in a pill or liquid form. Some may be given as injections.Psychotherapy is also used in addition to medication.
What are common Symptoms of Schizophrenia
There are 3 types of symptoms: Negative symptoms include loss of interest or enthusiasm, lack of emotion, social withdrawal, and lack of attention to ADL’s.
Positive Symptoms include the presence of hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking or speech,
Cognitive symptoms are memory loss, vivid and bizarre thoughts and ideas, confused thinking, trouble discerning dreams from reality.
What are common symptoms of Schizophreniform Disorder?
Symptoms are similar to schizophrenia but shorter in duration-less than 6 months but at least 1 month. They include 2 or more of : delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, disorganized or catatonic behavior, or negative symptoms.
How do symptoms of Schizophreniform Disorder differ from Schizophrenia?
A diagnosis does not require problems in functioning as with Schizophrenia.
what is the typical age of onset of Schizoaffective Disorder?
The typical age of inset is early adulthood, but can begin anywhere from adolescence to late in life.
What symptoms are experienced with Schizoaffective Disorder?
Symptoms of major depression or mania at the same time as symptoms of schizophrenia occur with Schizoaffective Disorder.
How common is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Social Anxiety Disorder is the 2nd most commonly diagnosed anxiety disorder.
What are features of Social Anxiety Disorder?
The avoidance of social or performance situations and intense anxiety and distress when these situations cannot be avoided.
What are characteristics of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Those with GAD find it difficult to control their worry. They have a persistent and excessive worry about a number of different things.
When is the onset for Anxiety Dlsorders?
Anxiety Disorders often develop in early childhood and adolescence.
What are common signs of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Individuals may have poor problem-solving skills, may not be able to tolerate uncertainty, and may believe that worry is a helpful way to deal with problems.
What are the signs and symptoms of a Substance Use DIsorder?
Glazed or bloodshot eyes, dilated or constricted pupils, increased tolerance for the substance. Behavioral signs are neglecting important duties at work or home, using substances when it is hazardous such as driving, using machinery, boating or swimming. Other signs are constantly thinking about the substance, frequent craving to use the substance.
What type of medication is used to treat Bipolar Disorder?
Mood stabilizers are commonly prescribed for people with Bipolar Disorder.
What type of medication is prescribed for General and social Anxiety Disorders?
Benzodiazepines are the most commonly prescribed anti-anxiety medication?
