Paranoid Schizophrenia Disorder
Hunter Boumans
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
• DEFINITION-
One of the 5 subtypes of schizophrenia in which the person has a false belief that they are in danger of being exploited, harmed, or otherwise deceived by something or someone that is “out to get them” and their loved ones. May also strongly believe in conspiracy theories so much so that they may act upon the “bad guys” and harm innocent people, or themselves.
• POSSIBLE CAUSE-
Exact cause remains unidentified, however it is believed that the patient’s genes and environment may be contributing factors.
Genetics may influence diagnosis in 50% of functional schizophrenia cases.
• RISK FACTORS-
According to Medline & Mayo Clinic:
Having a family history of schizophrenia
Exposure to disease, toxins, or malnutrition during the 2nd trimester
Paternal age is older than 40
Taking mind-altering (psychoactive or psychotropic) drugs during teen years and young adulthood
Drug and alcohol abuse
Medication with side effect of paranoia or hallucinations
Being a man early 20s
Being a woman in late 20s
• SIGNS/SYMPTOMS-
According to Mayo Clinic-
Delusions
Hallucinations
Disorganxied speech, thinking
Disorganized motor behavior
Inability to preform ADL’s
Paranoia
Auditory disturbances – hearing things that are not real (more on hallucinations and delusions)
Unexplained anger.
Emotional disconnection
Severe anxiety and agitation
Argumentative behavior
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