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Prognosis for brief psychotic disorder
is quite good; for schizophrenia, less so. Generally, the longer and
more severe a psychotic episode, the poorer the prognosis is for the
patient. Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to improving
outcomes for the patient across all psychotic disorders.
Approximately 10% of America's permanently disabled population is
comprised of schizophrenic individuals. The mortality rate of
schizophrenic individuals is also high -- approximately 10% of
schizophrenics commit suicide, and 20% attempt it. However, early
diagnosis and long-term follow up care can improve the outlook for
these patients considerably. Roughly 60% of patients with
schizophrenia will show substantial improvement with appropriate
treatment. |
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