What are Schneiderian hallucinations in schizophrenia?
Hearing one's thoughts repeated aloud as a voice, hearing voices discussing the patient, hearing a running commentary about the patient
What are negative symptoms in schizophrenia?
Affective blunting, reduced speech, diminished motivation, energy, and social engagement
Are negative symptoms mostly associated with schizophrenia?
Yes
What can exacerbate negative symptoms in schizophrenia?
Extrapyramidal side effects related to antipsychotic treatment
What can negative symptoms be secondary to?
Depression
What is disorganisation in schizophrenia?
Formal thought disorder, attentional impairment, inappropriate affect, and disorganised behaviour
What is speech disorder in schizophrenia?
Disorganised communication, irrelevant or jumping topics
What is inappropriate affect in schizophrenia?
Facial expression not corresponding to speech content
What is neurocognitive impairment in schizophrenia?
Widespread cognitive changes, reduced reaction times, memory impairment, poor executive function
Do cognitive deficits respond well to conventional antipsychotic treatment?
No
What are affective features in schizophrenia?
Manic and depressive symptoms
Can depression be part of an acute psychotic episode in schizophrenia?
Yes