Case Studies in Schizophrenia and Related Disorders
Abstract
This chapter provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the “Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders” chapter in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR). It achieves this through the use of illustrative case studies, which provide real-life examples of psychotic disorders in clinical practice. The chapter provides background information on schizophrenia spectrum disorders, including their prevalence, symptoms, and evidence-based treatments, before detailing realistic case presentations.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Schizophrenia research and treatment
Mental Health and Psychiatry
Psychiatric care and mental health services
Publication details
- Journal / source
- IGI Global eBooks
- Pages
- 21–42
- Publication date
- 12 March 2026
- Language
- NG
- Document type
- Book chapter