Psychology / Unit 12 Psych 1373 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Prodrome and Course in Schizophrenia
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The idea
Schizophrenia typically begins with a prodromal period of gradual functional decline before the first psychotic episode.
In practice
Withdrawal, declining performance, and unusual ideas appear months or years before diagnosis.
Where people slip
Earlier treatment is associated with better outcomes, which is why the prodromal period is a focus of research.
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