Schizophrenia: Diagnosis
What will be an ideal response?
Two (or more) Sx for significant portion of > one month:
Delusions Hallucinations
Disorganized speech Negative symptoms
Grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior
Functional changes: markedly below level achieved prior to onset
Duration: Continuous signs of disturbance for > 6 months
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