Schizophrenia

Loose associations, derailment, bizarre behaviour, poor hygiene, chronic decline

UrgentReview due

At a glance

Watch forSevere neglectvulnerabilitycommand phenomenacatatonia

Formal thought disorder plus broader psychotic syndrome and functional deterioration.

Separates the Disorganised Behaviour / Disorganised Thought or Speech group. It is not specific to Schizophrenia.

Rows marked “Whole group”: Applies to the Disorganised Behaviour / Disorganised Thought or Speech group — not specific to Schizophrenia

Loose associations, derailment, bizarre behaviour, poor hygiene, chronic decline

Key features

Severe neglect, vulnerability, command phenomena, catatonia.

High-risk causes4 causes

Applies to the Disorganised Behaviour / Disorganised Thought or Speech group.

Formal thought disorder plus broader psychotic syndrome and functional deterioration.

Helpful clues

Applies to the Disorganised Behaviour / Disorganised Thought or Speech group.

None listed

Priority steps

Applies to the Disorganised Behaviour / Disorganised Thought or Speech group.

None listed

Core tests

Applies to the Disorganised Behaviour / Disorganised Thought or Speech group.

None listed

Consider

Clinical reference — not validated decision support. Review before use.