What is another word for Schizophreniform Disorder?
Pronunciation: [skˈɪtsəfɹˌɛnɪfˌɔːm dɪsˈɔːdə] (IPA) 
Schizophreniform Disorder is a type of mental illness that is characterized by symptoms similar to schizophrenia, but it lasts for a shorter duration. There are a few synonyms for Schizophreniform Disorder, including brief reactive psychosis, atypical schizophrenia, and psychotic disorder not otherwise specified. These terms are used interchangeably in the medical field and refer to the same condition. Brief reactive psychosis is a term used to describe a sudden onset of psychotic symptoms in response to a stressful event. Atypical schizophrenia is a term used to describe schizophrenia-like symptoms that do not meet the full criteria for a schizophrenia diagnosis. Psychotic disorder not otherwise specified is a catch-all term used when a person's symptoms do not fit a specific diagnostic category.
