What are the primary characteristics of schizophrenia?
Hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking
According to the DSM-5, a person must experience at least two symptoms, with at least one from the first three, for a significant portion of at least one month
Order the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia according to the DSM-5, starting with the most common symptoms.
1️⃣ Delusions
2️⃣ Hallucinations
3️⃣ Disorganized speech
4️⃣ Grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior
5️⃣ Negative symptoms
What is the primary distinction between positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia?
Excess vs. deficits
Negative symptoms of schizophrenia include hallucinations and delusions.
False
Match the positive symptom with its definition:
Delusions ↔️ False beliefs despite evidence
Hallucinations ↔️ Sensory experiences without stimulus
Disorganized Thought ↔️ Incoherent or illogical thinking
Hallucinations are sensory experiences that occur without an external stimulus
What are the three main negative symptoms of schizophrenia?
Flat affect, avolition, asociality
Match the negative symptom with its definition:
Flat Affect ↔️ Reduced emotional expression
Avolition ↔️ Lack of motivation
Asociality ↔️ Social withdrawal
Negative symptoms of schizophrenia involve excesses or distortions of normal functions.
False
What is schizophrenia according to the DSM-5 definition?
Severe mental disorder
According to the DSM-5, a diagnosis of schizophrenia requires at least two symptoms for at least one month
What is a delusion in the context of schizophrenia?
False belief
Hallucinations are sensory experiences without external stimuli.
Disorganized speech in schizophrenia involves difficulty organizing thoughts
What is grossly disorganized behavior in schizophrenia?
Erratic or chaotic actions
Match the symptom with its description:
Delusions ↔️ False beliefs held despite evidence
Hallucinations ↔️ Sensory experiences without stimuli
Disorganized speech ↔️ Incoherent or nonsensical language
In schizophrenia diagnosis, at least one symptom must be from the first three categories: delusions, hallucinations, or disorganized speech
What are positive symptoms of schizophrenia?
Exaggerations or distortions
Delusions can involve believing one is a famous historical figure.
Neologisms are nonsense words used in disorganized speech
What are negative symptoms of schizophrenia?
Deficits or reductions
Match the negative symptom with its example:
Flat Affect ↔️ Monotonous speech
Avolition ↔️ Difficulty starting tasks
Asociality ↔️ Avoiding social gatherings
Cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia often persist even when positive symptoms are managed.
What is executive dysfunction in schizophrenia?
Trouble with planning
Executive dysfunction in schizophrenia involves trouble with planning, decision-making, and problem solving
How do negative symptoms affect daily life in schizophrenia?