Schizophrenia

The full DSM-5-TR criteria are not included in this record. Everything the record does hold is shown below. Check DSM-5-TR before recording the diagnosis.

1. A

   Key feature A

   ≥2 of: delusions; hallucinations; disorganised speech; grossly disorganised/catatonic behaviour; negative symptoms — ≥1 must be delusions, hallucinations, or disorganised speech

2. B

   Key feature B

   ≥1 area of functioning (work, relationships, self-care) markedly below premorbid level

3. C

   Key feature C

   Continuous signs ≥6 months; includes ≥1 month of active-phase symptoms (or less if successfully treated)

4. D

   Key feature D

   Schizoaffective and mood disorders excluded

5. E

   Key feature E

   Not attributable to substances or another medical condition

6. F

   Key feature F

   If autism/social communication disorder history, schizophrenia only if prominent delusions/hallucinations ≥1 month

First episode, currently acute / partial remission / full remission

Stage of the initial illness episode.

Multiple episodes, currently acute / partial remission / full remission

Recurrent episodes with varying current status.

Continuous

Symptoms meeting full or partial criteria for most of the illness course.

With catatonia

Catatonic features present.

Severity (Mild / Moderate / Severe)

Based on positive/negative symptoms, behavioural disturbance, and functional impairment.