Psychotic disorders and schizophrenicdisorders are some of the most complicated and challengingdiagnoses in the DSM. The symptoms of psychotic disorders mayappear quite vivid in some clients; whereas, within other clients,symptoms may be barely observable. Additionally, symptoms mayoverlap among disorders. For example, specific symptoms such asneurocognitive impairments, social problems, and illusions mayexist in schizophrenic clients, but are also contributing symptomsfor other psychotic disorders.
For this Discussion, consider whetherexperiences of psychosis-related symptoms are always indicative ofa diagnosis of schizophrenia. Think about alternative diagnoses forpsychosis-related symptoms.
With these thoughts inmind:
Post a briefexplanation of whether psychosis-related symptoms are alwaysindicative of a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Then explain why or whynot. Finally, explain possible alternative diagnoses forpsychosis-related symptoms.
