schizophrenia - diagnosis and classification

Question 1

what is schizophrenia?

Answer 1

a severe mental disorder, characterised by profound disruptions in thinking. this can affect language, perception, emotions and the sense of self.

Question 2

what classifications are used to diagnose schizophrenia?

Answer 2

icd-10 = two negative symptoms
dsm-5 = one positive symptom

Question 3

what are positive symptoms?

Answer 3

are atypical symptoms experienced in addition to normal experiences.

Question 4

what are negative symptoms?

Answer 4

are atypical experiences that represent the loss of a usual experience.

Question 5

examples of positive symptoms:

Answer 5

hallucinations = unusual sensory experiences
delusions = irrational beliefs.

Question 6

examples of negative symptoms:

Answer 6

avolition = finding it difficult to begin or keep up with goal-directed activity.
speech poverty = changes in patterns of speech

Question 7

what is co-morbidity?

Answer 7

the occurrence of 2 illnesses or conditions together.

Question 8

what is symptom overlap?

Answer 8

occurs when 2 or more conditions share symptoms.