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schizoaffective disorder

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[skit-soh-uh-fek-tiv, skit-soh-] / ˈskɪt soʊ əˈfɛk tɪv, ˌskɪt soʊ- /

noun

  1. a psychotic disorder in which symptoms of schizophrenia and affective disorder occur simultaneously.


Etymology

Origin of schizoaffective disorder

1930–35; schizo(phrenic) ( def. ) + affective

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The diagnosis can be of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder or bipolar disorder.

From Los Angeles Times May 30, 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

The 24-year-old, who was suffering from schizoaffective disorder at the time, admitted manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility.

From BBC Jan. 15, 2024

They argued that Taylor needs counseling for issues that include schizoaffective disorder, a condition that shares symptoms with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

From Seattle Times Nov. 14, 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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