Understanding Psychotic and Dissociative Disorders

What are the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia?

• Increased energy and enthusiasm

• Intense focus and clarity of thought

• Positive symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking; negative symptoms include lack of motivation, reduced emotional expression, and social withdrawal.

• Heightened social interactions

Name the three types of delusions found in delusional disorder.

• Hallucinations, Disorganised speech, and Catatonia

• Grandiose, Panic, and Obsessive thoughts

• Persecutory, Grandiose, Jealous

• Phobias, Compulsions, and Anxiety attacks

List the best-matched three personality traits associated with Schizotypal Personality Disorder.

• Eccentric behavior, social anxiety, unusual beliefs

• Impulsivity, aggression, and lack of remorse

• Attention-seeking, emotional shallowness, and seductiveness

• Perfectionism, orderliness, and control

What is the minimum duration for a diagnosis of Schizophreniform Disorder?

• 3 months

• 2 weeks

• 1 month

• 6 months

Describe two key features of schizoaffective disorder.

• Recurrent seizures and loss of consciousness

• Persistent fear of social situations and embarrassment

• 1. Presence of mood disorder symptoms (depression or mania). 2. Symptoms of schizophrenia (hallucinations or delusions).

• Memory loss and difficulty in recognising familiar people

What is the primary characteristic of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

• Memory loss only during stressful events.

• The presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities.

• A single, unified personality that remains constant.

• Frequent mood swings without distinct identities.

How does Dissociative Amnesia differ from regular forgetfulness?

• Dissociative Amnesia is a type of regular forgetfulness.

• Dissociative Amnesia only affects short-term memory.

• Regular forgetfulness can be caused by trauma.

• Dissociative Amnesia involves severe memory loss related to trauma, while regular forgetfulness is common and not trauma-related.

What triggers a Dissociative Fugue episode?

• A sudden change in weather.

• A lack of sleep for several days.

• Severe stress or trauma.

• Consuming large amounts of caffeine.

Explain the concept of depersonalization in relation to Dissociative Disorders.

• Depersonalization is a type of anxiety disorder.

• Depersonalization is a physical symptom of stress.

• Depersonalization involves a strong emotional connection to oneself.

• Depersonalization is a dissociative symptom characterized by a feeling of detachment from oneself, often seen in Dissociative Disorders.

What are the common symptoms of Somatic Symptom Disorder?

• Vision problems and hearing loss

• Mood swings and anxiety attacks

• Common symptoms include chronic pain, fatigue, gastrointestinal issues, and neurological symptoms, along with excessive worry about health and frequent medical visits.

• Skin rashes and allergies