Psychosis Prodromal Symptoms Questionnaire – Identify Psychosis – Questions to ask to identify if prodromal early signs of psychosis present
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It is more difficult to identify the "At Risk" (prodromal) symptoms because they are non-specific. The following questions are most likely to help you elicit prodromal symptoms if they are present.
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Have you felt that things happening around you have a special meaning just for you? Have you ever found yourself feeling mistrustful or suspicious of other people? Do you sense something strange might be happening?
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Do you ever feel that your mind is playing tricks on you? For instance, do you ever think you hear sounds and then realise that there is probably nothing there?
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Do you usually prefer to be alone or with others? What do you usually do with your free time? Has there been a change in your socialising?
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Does your work take more effort than it used to? Have you been doing worse in school or at work? Are you having a harder time getting normal daily activities done?
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Have you had difficulty concentrating or being able to focus on a task like reading or watching TV? Is this getting worse than it was before?
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Have you had thoughts of harming yourself or ending your life? Have you ever attempted suicide? Have you had thoughts of harming anyone else?
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Keeping a watching brief on such symptoms is important. If they are persistent and unexplained or involve suicidal thinking or thoughts of harm to others refer for a specialist opinion through your local community mental health service.