Question 1

can you please explain to me how to identify an acute episode of schizophrenia?

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Psychosis: Schizophrenia can present a number of different ways. One is psychosocial withdrawal, lack of motivation, a distant look in the eyes, a near confusional appearance, lack of attending to hygiene and appropriate clothing. A definite change in personality is noted. If paranoia's present the person may have auditory hallucinations that talk at the inside their head or have a running dialogue going on about their behavior inside their mind. They may feel that people can magically read their minds.They may also feel that their thoughts are being broadcast out to other people, that their thoughts can be heard a loud outside their minds, and that they can magically put thoughts into the minds of others or the others may magically steal thoughts from their minds.They may exhibit a lack of motivation.Bizarre rituals may also be noted. Vocational, educational, and relational abilities are frequently harmed to a great degree.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of acute schizophrenia?

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The "Positive" signs: The most common (+) symptoms of acute schizophrenia are some or all of the following:
lack of insight, auditory hallucinations (hearing sounds, voices or music), delusions of persecution, suspiciousness
flat mood, thoughts spoken aloud & mood disturbance.

Question 3

i was just diagnosed with acute schizophrenia- what is this?

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Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a group of brain disorders that make people interpret reality abnormally.  It's usually chronic, but can have acute worsening.  There can be hallucinations, delusions, difficulty speaking and organizing thoughts, thought disorder, social withdrawal, neglect of personal hygiene, trouble paying attention ; remembering, etc.  Suicidal thoughts can be intense.  Treatment required.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: acute schizophrenia?

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Acute Schizophrenia: This term refers to an episode or exacerbation of schizophrenia. This disorder is associated with hallucinations and delusions that may worsen or improve over time, as well as difficulty with clear thinking and social relationships. An acute episode would be associated with a significant worsening of delusions and hallucinations.

Question 5

hello doctors, what does the term "acute schizophrenia" mean?

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Worse than usually: Schizophrenia's symptoms can ebb and flow. An acute episode often is much worse than usual and, hopefully, return to the usual level after a short time. During this period safety and care are needed fast as delusions, hallucinations, disorganization mood may all be very unstable and intense. Take care and when things are back to usual - ask the doctor to explain what to expect clearly.

Question 6

hello docs, is acute schizophrenia a really bad thing to have?

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Yes: Schizophrenia is always bad to have if you really have the diagnosis.  I would make sure that you get evaluated by a psychiatrist or psychologist to confirm the diagnosis.  Stay safe!

Question 7

what's acute schizophrenia, undifferentiated schizophrenia and simple schizophrenia? is there a difference? are they the same? the symptoms?

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BOTTOM LINE: A psychiatrist is in a position to evaluate and prescribe medication (usually necessary) and other modalities. Psychosis needs help.
If you're asking about someone else, talk with the treating therapist and try to become part of the process.

Question 8

how common is schizophrenia?

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About 1%: Of general population, but may be higher or lower in certain groups. About 9% in siblings and 50% for monozygotic twins of people with schizophrenia.

Question 9

what can cause schizophrenia?

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Multifactorial: As with many medical conditions the causes of schizophrenia are not fully know. It is believed they are polygenetic, with multiple genes interacting resulting in some degree of vulnerability or resistance to the condition. This biology then interacts with environmental factors, both positive and negative which can have different effects based upon when in life or how many/often they occur.

Question 10

how can i know if i have schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

It may be difficult: The hallmark of schizophrenia has to do with something called psychosis. Psychosis is defined as someone having hallucinations and/or delusions. Because the hallucinations and the delusions seems real to the person, it is often difficult to tell for the person themselves. The best thing to do is to seek an evaluation from a board certified psychiatrist and to stay on the medication as prescribed.

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