1. schizoaffective - Noun
2. schizoaffective - Adjective
schizoaffective (not comparable)
(psychiatry) Combining the symptoms of schizophrenia with those of bipolar disorder.
schizoaffective (plural schizoaffectives)
A person who has a schizoaffective disorder.
Carbamazepine effectively treats manic episodes, with some evidence it has greater benefit in rapid-cycling bipolar disorder, or those with more psychotic symptoms or a more schizoaffective clinical picture. Source: Internet
Because the symptoms can overlap, it is not always clear whether a person has bipolar disorder or depression with psychotic features, post-traumatic stress disorder, or a schizophrenialike illness, such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. Source: Internet
A psychologist appointed by the court later diagnosed Osmakac with schizoaffective disorder. Source: Internet
I have a father and 2 brothers who have schizoaffective disorder, one brother has a very severe case becoming extremely psychotic on a regular basis and is in and out of mental institutions frequently. Source: Internet
To diagnose schizoaffective disorder, one first has to rule out any medical condition that may be the actual cause or contributing factor for the mood and behavioral changes. Source: Internet
Two hired by the defense and two appointed by the court diagnosed Osmakac with psychotic disorder or schizoaffective disorder. Source: Internet