schizoaffective disorder

American  

[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.

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Etymology

Origin of schizoaffective disorder

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

Example Sentences

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

She also has been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, a condition sharing symptoms with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, according to court documents.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 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

Having watched the effect of schizoaffective disorder on her two sons, Ibarra knows how unpredictable its symptoms are.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2023