The DSM-IV included five subtypes of schizophrenia, including disorganized, paranoid, catatonic, undifferentiated, andresidual.
Despite the change, disorganized symptoms remain one criterion for diagnosing schizophrenia.
Some individuals may show more of these types of symptoms than other symptoms of the disorder.
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Diagnosis is made according to the DSM-5 criteria.
Disorganized Symptoms
What are the disorganized symptoms in schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is most commonly diagnosed from late adolescence to early adulthood.
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Unfortunately, the prognosis is worse when schizophrenia begins earlier and also when treatment begins later.
Causes and Risk Factors
We don’t know precisely what causes schizophrenia.
A doctor can assess the criteria for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
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Medication
Medications for schizophrenia include antipsychotic drugs.
In severe cases, a person diagnosed with schizophrenia may need to be hospitalized for stabilization or safety.
Medications for the disorder will help to reduce disordered thinking and improve functioning.
Learning to regulate emotions by examining thought processes is one helpful strategy that can be developed through CBT.
Complications
As with other mental health conditions, there are numerous complications of living with disorganized schizophrenia.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.
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If you are a family member of someone with schizophrenia, be sure to check on them often.
Be aware of the signs and symptoms of the disorder that could return if medication is stopped.
Disorganized schizophrenia is a lifelong ailment that requires ongoing treatment, and symptoms will return without medication.
A Word From Verywell
Disorganized schizophrenia involves impairment in daily activities and communication with others.
Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Alliance of America.About schizophrenia.
National Institute of Mental Health.Schizophrenia.
