Psychotic disorders and schizophrenia are some of the most complicated and challenging diagnoses in the DSM. The symptoms of psychotic disorders may appear quite vivid in some patients; with others, symptoms may be barely observable. Additionally, symptoms may overlap among disorders. For example, specific symptoms, such as neurocognitive impairments, social problems, and illusions may exist in patients with schizophrenia but are also contributing symptoms for other psychotic disorders.

Week 7: Psychotic disorders and schizophrenia; NURS 6640 | NURS 6640 – Psychotherapy With Individuals | Walden University

It is true. Diagnose and treatment of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia can be difficult. Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial to achieving the best possible outcome. Common symptoms of psychotic disorder include hallucinations or delusions. Other common symptoms are disorganized thoughts and speech, abnormal behaviours, and social withdrawing. When analyzing case studies involving psychotic disorders, or schizophrenia, it is important to take into account all of these factors.