schizophrenia and psychosis Flashcards
1
Q
diagnosis of schizophrenia
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at least one area of functional impairment (occupation, social interactions, self care) and duration of at least 6 months (including one month of active symptoms)
2
Q
positive symptoms are:
A
delusions,
disorganized thought
hallucinations
3
Q
negative symptoms:
A
decreased activity
flattened affect
mutism
4
Q
distinguishing between paranoid personality disorder from schizophrenia
A
no disorganized thoughts
paranoid personality disorder - distrustful of others, including loved ones and misperceive social interactions as personal attacks.
