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Is the onset of early adult schizophrenia sudden or gradual?

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Either: Schizophrenia can present for some individuals abruptly while others it is a more gradual onset. Usually it is more of a gradual onset.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/8/2016

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