Signs and Symptoms
What are the 3 categories of symptoms?
negative, psychotic, and cognitive
How many of the following symptoms must be present for the diagnosis:
at least 2
Is there a cure for schizophrenia?
No
What three factors contribute to developing schizophrenia?
genes, environment, and brain structure
What category of food are avocados?
Fruit
what are the psychotic symptoms?
hallucinations, delusions, disordered thinking/speech
How long do symptoms need to be present to meet the criteria?
each present for a significant portion of time during a 1-month period but Continuous signs of the disturbance persist for at least 6 months. This 6-month period must include at least 1 month of symptoms
What are some examples of psychosocial treatments?
group therapy, support groups, school, forming relationships, working
What environmental factors play a role?
viruses, poverty, stressful or dangerous surroundings, and nutritional problems.
Is Australia wider than the moon?
Yes
What does a negative symptoms mean?
loss of motivation, loss of interest, or enjoyment in daily activities.
What is one reason schizophrenia may be ruled out?
If the psychotic symptoms are due to using a substance.
How can antipsychotic medications help?
They can make symptoms less intense and less frequent.
If a person's grandmother has schizophrenia does this mean that they will develop schizophrenia too?
Not guaranteed.
Which planet is the only one to spin clockwise?
Venus
What other conditions can negative symptoms be mistaken for?
depression, bipolar
What areas of the person's life must be affected?
major areas, such as work, interpersonal relations, or self-care.
What are the different ways medications can be taken?
Daily pill, daily liquid form, or injections either once or twice monthly.
What age range do symptoms typically first appear?
16-30
Do tigers have striped fur or skin?
skin
make it hard to follow a conversation, learn new things, remember appointments, making decisions, focusing attention,
Who can diagnose schizophrenia?
licensed professionals to include medical doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, counselors, and clinical social workers.
Why are antipsychotic medications important for the treatment of schizophrenia symptoms?
Because schizophrenia is a result of a brain disorder and therefore needs medical interventions to address the symptoms.
Can substance use be a risk factor for someone to develop schizophrenia?
Yes
What is the most populous city in the world?
Tokyo, Japan