Question 1

what is a thought disorder?

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Thought DO: Formal thought do involves serious problems with thinking, feeling & behavior.  Symptoms may include false belief about self/others (paranoea), hearing or seeing things that others don't hear or see, disconnected thoughts or speech, & feelings that do not match the situation at hand.

Question 2

can you ever cure a thought disorder ?

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Thought DO: With proper treatment, it can go into remission for long time. Compliance with tx is vital to prevent recurrence.

Question 3

can you tell me what is a thought disorder?

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Thought disorder: A thought disorder usually involved disorganized thinking and is a term used for a psychotic disorder.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: thought disorder?

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Psychotic Disorder: Thought disorder synonymous with psychotic disorders. Psychotic disorders include, but are not limited to, schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder, brief psychotic disorders, schizoaffective disorder, delusional disorder, etc. Disorders of thought can manifest as disruptions in flow (eg thought blocking, loosened associations, etc) &/or content (eg delusions). Hallucinations can also occur.

Question 5

is a thought disorder just the inability to think clearly and logically?

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Thought disorder: Having thoughts or perception not based on reality, such as believing someone is out to get you or seeing things that are not there or hearing voices when no one is around. These will cause enough distress to interfere with your daily functioning.

Question 6

what is the difference between a thought disorder and a cognitive disorder?

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Speech: Thought disorders is referring to disorganized thinking which is usually evidenced by a persons speech.  I.E. Lack of, broken up, pauses.   Cognitive disorders are a category of mental health disorders that primarily affect learning, memory, perception, and problem solving, and include amnesia, dementia, and delirium.

Question 7

have thought disorder when will  60mg latudia start helping with the psychotic symptoms it's been 8 days should i be feeling any better?

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Back to Psychiatrist: You may need a higher dose of the medications. Besides, medications, it will also help if you have individual psychotherapy , specifically cognitive behavioral therapy to help you deal with these unwanted thoughts.Go back to your psychiatrist for an adjustment  of your medication.

Question 8

any advice? i have been diagnosed with a schizoid personality/thought disorder?

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Good doctor: I suppose one key point would be to have a good relationship with your treating doctor.  You should feel listened to, that you have enough time to get your questions answered, and your doctor is responsive.   Doubts?  Get a 2nd opinion.   There are additional resources via the internet - NIMH, NAMI, and other official and accountable medical websites.   Best wishes and know you arent alone,

Question 9

i've been diagnosed with a schizoid personality/thought disorder. what should i do?

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Ask your physician: Schizoid personality disorder is a personality disorder characterized by a lack of interest in social relationships, a tendency towards a solitary lifestyle, secretiveness, emotional coldness, and apathy. Psychotherapy is beneficial in many cases.  "Thought disorder" is vague and could indicate a number of conditions, clarification for an exact diagnosis is needed.  Best.

Question 10

if you have delusional disorder can you be not functional and also can you have thought disorder?

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Delusional disorder: I am a little confused by part of the question. So i will attempt to provide clarification on one aspect of it.  There are many people with delusional disorders who in general function well. Others might not be aware that they have a delusion. On the other hand, someone who is really focused on & acting on their delusions might suffer significant impairment.

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