positive schizophrenia

a form of schizophrenia in which positive symptoms predominate, as evidenced in bizarre behavior, illogical speech or writing, or expression of hallucinations and delusions. Although more dramatically evident than negative schizophrenia, the positive aspect is usually less challenging to treat. [defined in 1982 by U.S. psychiatrists Nancy C. Andreasen and Scott A. Olsen]

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November 22nd 2024

FACS

acronym for Facial Action Coding System.