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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Schizophreniform disorder | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Delusions]], [[hallucinations]], [[disorganized speech]], [[disorganized behavior]], [[negative symptoms]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[adolescence]] or [[young adulthood]] | |||
| duration = More than 1 month but less than 6 months | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = Unknown, but [[genetic]] and [[environmental factors]] may contribute | |||
| risks = [[Family history]] of [[schizophrenia]] or other [[psychotic disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = Based on [[clinical assessment]] and [[DSM-5]] criteria | |||
| differential = [[Schizophrenia]], [[bipolar disorder]], [[major depressive disorder]] with psychotic features, [[brief psychotic disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antipsychotic medication]], [[psychotherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; some may recover fully, others may develop [[schizophrenia]] | |||
| frequency = Less common than [[schizophrenia]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Schizophreniform disorder''' is a mental disorder diagnosed in a person who has symptoms of [[schizophrenia]] but has only had these symptoms for less than six months. The disorder is in the [[schizophrenia spectrum]] and other psychotic disorders category of the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM-5). | '''Schizophreniform disorder''' is a mental disorder diagnosed in a person who has symptoms of [[schizophrenia]] but has only had these symptoms for less than six months. The disorder is in the [[schizophrenia spectrum]] and other psychotic disorders category of the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM-5). | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of schizophreniform disorder are the same as those for schizophrenia and may include: | The symptoms of schizophreniform disorder are the same as those for schizophrenia and may include: | ||
* [[Delusions]] | * [[Delusions]] | ||
* [[Hallucinations]] | * [[Hallucinations]] | ||
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* Disorganized or catatonic behavior | * Disorganized or catatonic behavior | ||
* Negative symptoms, such as diminished emotional expression | * Negative symptoms, such as diminished emotional expression | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder is made when the person has had symptoms of psychosis for more than one month but less than six months. The diagnosis can be made without a [[major depressive episode]], a [[manic episode]], or a [[mixed episode]] having occurred concurrently with the active-phase symptoms. | The diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder is made when the person has had symptoms of psychosis for more than one month but less than six months. The diagnosis can be made without a [[major depressive episode]], a [[manic episode]], or a [[mixed episode]] having occurred concurrently with the active-phase symptoms. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for schizophreniform disorder typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy, and social support. The most common medications used are [[antipsychotics]]. Psychotherapy may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and social skills training. | Treatment for schizophreniform disorder typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy, and social support. The most common medications used are [[antipsychotics]]. Psychotherapy may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and social skills training. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for people with schizophreniform disorder is better than that for people with schizophrenia. Many people with schizophreniform disorder will see their symptoms resolve within six months. However, about two-thirds of people diagnosed with schizophreniform disorder will go on to be diagnosed with schizophrenia. | The prognosis for people with schizophreniform disorder is better than that for people with schizophrenia. Many people with schizophreniform disorder will see their symptoms resolve within six months. However, about two-thirds of people diagnosed with schizophreniform disorder will go on to be diagnosed with schizophrenia. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Schizophrenia]] | * [[Schizophrenia]] | ||
* [[Brief psychotic disorder]] | * [[Brief psychotic disorder]] | ||
* [[Schizoaffective disorder]] | * [[Schizoaffective disorder]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | [[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | ||
[[Category:Schizophrenia]] | [[Category:Schizophrenia]] | ||
{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
{{dictionary-stub1}} | {{dictionary-stub1}} | ||
Latest revision as of 23:05, 3 April 2025
| Schizophreniform disorder | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, disorganized behavior, negative symptoms |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Typically in adolescence or young adulthood |
| Duration | More than 1 month but less than 6 months |
| Types | |
| Causes | Unknown, but genetic and environmental factors may contribute |
| Risks | Family history of schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders |
| Diagnosis | Based on clinical assessment and DSM-5 criteria |
| Differential diagnosis | Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder with psychotic features, brief psychotic disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antipsychotic medication, psychotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; some may recover fully, others may develop schizophrenia |
| Frequency | Less common than schizophrenia |
| Deaths | N/A |
Schizophreniform disorder is a mental disorder diagnosed in a person who has symptoms of schizophrenia but has only had these symptoms for less than six months. The disorder is in the schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders category of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of schizophreniform disorder are the same as those for schizophrenia and may include:
- Delusions
- Hallucinations
- Disorganized speech
- Disorganized or catatonic behavior
- Negative symptoms, such as diminished emotional expression
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder is made when the person has had symptoms of psychosis for more than one month but less than six months. The diagnosis can be made without a major depressive episode, a manic episode, or a mixed episode having occurred concurrently with the active-phase symptoms.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for schizophreniform disorder typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy, and social support. The most common medications used are antipsychotics. Psychotherapy may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and social skills training.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for people with schizophreniform disorder is better than that for people with schizophrenia. Many people with schizophreniform disorder will see their symptoms resolve within six months. However, about two-thirds of people diagnosed with schizophreniform disorder will go on to be diagnosed with schizophrenia.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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