schiz- defining schiz Flashcards
What did Bleuler find in relation to prognosis of schiz
Symptoms are most severe in early adulthood, during the first 5 years after onset
Bleuler found__% recover from positive symptoms of Schizophrenia__% can make a full recovery if diagnosed early __% continue to suffer from symptoms and distress for the rest of their lives
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What did Bleulers research indicate about the validity of prognosis for schiz
It has poor predictive validity
What is a negative symptom of schiz
The absence/loss of a normal function
What is a positive symptom of schiz
The presence of an abnormal function
For schiz to be diagnosed there must be:_ or more of the following present for _ month -delusions -hallucinations -disorganised speech -grossly disorganised or catatonic behaviour -negative symptoms
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For schiz to be diagnosed how long must the patient be having continuous signs of disturbance
6 months with at least 1 month on symptoms that meet criteria A
When diagnosing schiz, what does social/occupational dysfunction mean
For a significant portion of time since the onset of the disturbance, level of functioning in one or more major areas(e.g work or self-care) is marked the level below the level achieved prior to onset. Or when onset in childhood or adolescence there is failure to achieve the expected level of interpersonal, academic, or occupational functioning.
What is disorganised thinking or speech
This symptom makes it hard toconcentrate on anything. Thoughts drift from one thing to another although there will be no connection between them. Some people describe their thoughts as being ‘misty’ or ‘hazy’. They will have trouble finishing reading an article or watching a TV programme and may also struggle with college / work. Words may also become jumbled or confused making it difficult for others to understand what is being said - known as ‘word salad’.
What are hallucinations
False sensory experiences that may not have any identifiable source. The most commonly reported types are auditory (hearing voices) and visual (seeing people that aren’t there).
What are delusions
False beliefs not based on fact/evidence that are very difficult to disprove. There are many types: persecution, grandeur and control
What is a delusion of grandeur
Belief that you have great power, status and control
What is a delusion of control
Belief that your actions and thoughts are being controlled
What is a delusion of persecution
The belief that you are being victimised/spied on
What is flat effect
A reduction or flattening of emotions. The range and intensity of facial expressions, tone of voice and eye contact are reduced. Body language becomes difficult to interpret.
