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.
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Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
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Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common |
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