schizoaffective disorder
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of schizoaffective disorder
1930–35; schizo(phrenic) ( def. ) + affective
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, she has struggled with her mental health, having been diagnosed as a teenager with schizoaffective disorder and ADHD.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
A doctor for the prosecution testified Thursday that Dharmesh suffers from schizoaffective disorder and that his case should not be diverted.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2024
He battled depression and was eventually diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, which manifested itself in auditory hallucinations, among other symptoms.
From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2024
Mental health professionals at the prison diagnosed him with schizoaffective disorder, a type of severe mental illness accompanied by hallucinations or delusions and depression.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 22, 2023
Thomas has long-standing diagnoses of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, and the delusions that characterize his illness are religious in nature and extend across decades.
From Slate • Oct. 8, 2023
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