Schizophrenia Flashcards
Who first coined the term “Dementia Praecox”?
Emile Kraepelin.
What does “Dementia Praecox” mean?
Early-onset dementia with progressive deterioration.
Who coined the term “Schizophrenia”?
Eugen Bleuler.
What does “Schizophrenia” literally mean?
“Split mind” – referring to a disconnection from reality.
What core feature did Bleuler identify in Schizophrenia?
Disorganization of thought processes.
Is Schizophrenia the same as Multiple Personality Disorder?
No, Schizophrenia involves a split from reality, not multiple identities.
What are examples of positive symptoms in schizophrenia?
Hallucinations, delusions, inappropriate affect.
What are examples of negative symptoms?
Blunted affect, alogia (poverty of speech), avolition (lack of motivation).
Which type of symptoms typically respond better to medication?
Positive symptoms.
What are the six major symptom domains of schizophrenia?
1) Perception, 2) Content of Thought, 3) Form of Thought, 4) Affect, 5) Psychomotor, 6) Relating to Others.
What is the hallmark perceptual symptom in schizophrenia?
Hallucinations.
Which sensory modalities can hallucinations affect?
All – auditory, visual, olfactory, tactile, somatic, gustatory.
What are some typical auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia?
Voices commenting, conversing, or criticizing the person.
What are delusions?
False beliefs held with conviction despite contrary evidence.
What are some common types of delusions in schizophrenia?
Grandiose, persecutory, jealous, somatic, nihilistic, reference.
What are “made” experiences in schizophrenia?
Beliefs that one’s impulses, feelings, or actions are controlled by external forces.
What is derailment?
A sudden switch in topic without logical connection.
What is a “word salad”?
Speech that is incoherent and nonsensical.
What are neologisms?
Made-up words that only have meaning to the person.
What is alogia?
Poverty of speech, or poverty of content.
What is inappropriate affect?
Emotional responses that don’t match the situation.
What is catatonia?
Abnormal movement or behavior, often involving immobility or resistance.
What is waxy flexibility?
Limbs remain in any position they’re placed.
What are echolalia and echopraxia?
Repeating others’ words (echolalia) or movements (echopraxia).