Case study 1 for psychotic disorders - Alan - Adrian -

Which of the following best summarizes Adrian's condition?

His false beliefs have had little impact on his day-to-day behavior.

According to the full diagnostic criteria listed by the DSM-5 for psychotic disorders (not just the symptoms highlighted in the previous question), Alan appears to meet the criteria for a diagnosis of .

schizophreniform disorder

It's not unusual for the behavior of someone like Alan to have profound effects on others. At one point in the assessment, Alan's supervisor is quoted as saying, "I don't want Alan to think that his 'gift' is an acceptable substitute for his training." Which of the following best expresses the supervisor's apprehension?

Alan may try to save people using his touch instead of performing standard medical procedures.

Some of the symptoms associated with various psychotic disorders are listed in the following table. Which symptoms are clearly present in Alan's case? Check all that apply.

Delusions Hallucinations related to nature of the delusions

Some of the symptoms associated with various psychotic disorders are listed in the following table. Which symptoms are clearly present in Adrian's case? Check all that apply.

Delusions of being loved by a famous person Symptoms persistent for more than one month Concurrent mood symptoms brief relative to delusional periods No current substance use