Schizophrenia

A diagnosis of schizophrenia requires.

______ is a mental disorder characterized by a breakdown in thinking, emotions, and behavior, leading to a disconnect from reality.

Schizophrenia

Duration criteria for Schizophrenia

The requirement that symptoms need to be present for at least 1 month, with continuous signs of symptoms for at least 6 months.

What is a common symptom of schizophrenia characterized by false beliefs not based in reality?

Delusions

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder characterized by distorted thinking, hallucinations, and delusions, affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.

How many active phase-symptoms for Schizophrenia?

2 or more active phase-symptoms

Active phase symptoms for Schizophrenia

Delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior, and negative symptoms