MSRA: Schizophrenia + Psychosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is meant by the first rank symptoms of schizophrenia?
A
Auditory hallucinations
Thought control disorders
Passivity phenomena
Delusion perception
2
Q
What is meant by Capgras syndrome?
A
Copy!
Person has been replaced by identical looking imposter
3
Q
Which medication is used for treatment-resistant schizophrenia?
A
Clozapine
4
Q
What is the strongest risk factor for developing a psychotic disorder?
A
Family history
5
Q
What is meant by Cotard syndrome?
A
Person believes that they are dead or non-existent
6
Q
What are the poor prognostic factors in schizophrenia?
A
Strong family history
Gradual onset
Low IQ
Prodromal phase of social withdrawal
Lack of obvious precipitant
7
Q
What is meant by de Clerambault?
A
someone famous is in love with you
