Question 1

what screening questions are used to diagnosis schizoaffective disorder?

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Diagnostic Criteria: Schizoaffective disorder can appear surprisingly similar to several other conditions including schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, brief psychotic disorder, delusional disorder, and substance-induced psychotic disorder.  Screening questions should be designed to provide the examiner information regarding the diagnostic criteria found in the dsm-iv-tr.

Question 2

why did my doctor change my diagnosis from bipolar to schizoaffective disorder?

Accepted Answer

Don't know: Only your doctor can answer that.  Ask him/her.

Question 3

for what reason has diagnosis been changed from bipolar to schizoaffective disorder?

Accepted Answer

There may be : Psychotic symptoms that are occurring in the absence of a mood disorder episode (not depressed or manic).

Question 4

which type of doctors would e the best to go to to get a proper diagnosis of if i am bipolar i or have schizoaffective disorder?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatrist: Without question, the most qualified physician to do this evaluation is a psychiatrist. This will take some time, as there are no diagnostic tests that will definitely confirm a psychiatric diagnosis, so be patient.  The psychiatrist will need to do an extensive evaluation of you, and may ask for a family member to join you for some additional information. Treatments work! stick with it. Good luck.

Question 5

what can cause schizoaffective disorder?

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Unknown: We do not have a clear understanding of the causes of most major mental disorders, but that may be especially true for schizoaffective disorder.  It is a hybrid of symptoms from schizophrenia and depression or mania--and we don't really understand the underlying causes of those either.

Question 6

does ect work for schizoaffective disorder?

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ECT: Or electroconvulsive therapy can be used for the treatment of Schizoaffective disorder when mood states are recalcitrant to other treatments. It is safe and effective.

Question 7

could i get advice for schizoaffective disorder?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar/depressive/: Schizoaffective Disorder uninterrupted period of illness with a major mood episode(major depression/mania) concurent with Schiizophrenia Criteria A.   Delusions &amp; Hallucinations for 2 or more wks in absence of a major mood diisorder (depresion/mania). Symptoms meet a major mood episode for lifetime of illness. Not due to substance abuse, medication, or medical condition. Types Bipolar/Depressive.

Question 8

what are some options for schizoaffective disorder?

Accepted Answer

Many: No specific answer can be provided to you over the computer as this disorder is important to be followed and treated by a trained psychiatrist to provide you with a multidisciplinary approach to treatment including therapy and medications, etc.  Best wishes.

Question 9

what behaviours does schizoaffective disorder people have?

Accepted Answer

Changes in function: By definition, individuals with this disorder have changes in mood (mania or depression) and changes in reality testing (hallucinations, delusions, impaired thinking).  The exact presentation varies, depending on the severity of the symptoms, but it typically is quite impairing.

Question 10

is latuda (lurasidone) good for schizoaffective disorder?

Accepted Answer

Latuda (lurasidone): It is a very effective antipsychotic mood stabilizer which may reduce the risk of diabetes in persons with mental disorders. Many persons gain weight with those type of compounds, increasing the risk of developing obesity and high blood sugar. Latuda (lurasidone) is one medication with lower potential to produce metabolic syndrome (obesity, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia)

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