The diagnosis of schizophrenia requires that signs of the disorder are present continuously for at least ______ months.
A) 3
B) 6
C) 9
D) 12

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The diagnosis of schizophrenia according to the DSM-5 requires that signs of the disorder are present continuously for at least 6 months. This period must include at least 1 month of active-phase symptoms, which may include hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized speech.

The Diagnosis of Schizophrenia Requires That Signs of the Disorder