A middle-aged individual shows many of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia and at the same time often appears profoundly depressed. The symptoms have lasted almost a year. This is an example of:

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Schizoaffective disorder is characterized by symptoms of schizophrenia, such as hallucinations or delusions, along with symptoms of a mood disorder, such as depression or mania. The scenario describes an individual with both negative symptoms of schizophrenia and significant depression, fitting the criteria for schizoaffective disorder.

A Middle-Aged Individual Shows Many of the Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia