His movements are being watched (1439/1700)

A 20yo man complains that all his movements are being watched. Sometimes he feels as though his actions are being controlled by his radio. At other times he is aware of voices describing what he is doing. What is the most probable dx?
a. Mania
b. Drug induced psychosis
c. Delusion of control
d. Schizophrenia
e. Korsakoff psychosis



































answer: D
Delusions of being watched, controlled.....& auditory hallucinations  = Schizophrenia
C only describes one of symptoms.



DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria for Schizophrenia

A. two (or more) of the following, each present for a significant portion of time during a 1 mo period (or less if successfully treated). At least one of these must be (1), (2), or (3)
1. delusions
2. hallucinations

3. disorganized speech (e.g. frequent derailment or incoherence)
4. grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior
5. negative symptoms (i.e. diminished emotional expression or avolition)

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