Which of the following is the schizophrenic-like disorder in which the individual has psychotic symptoms that are essentially the same as those found in schizophrenia, except that the symptoms last for fewer than six months?

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Schizophreniform disorder is the schizophrenic-like disorder in which the individual has psychotic symptoms that are essentially the same as those found in schizophrenia, except that the symptoms last for fewer than six months. Option A (prodromal psychotic disorder) refers to a period of time before the onset of full-blown psychosis, while options C and D (schizotypal and schizoid personality disorders) are personality disorders that do not necessarily involve psychotic symptoms.

Which of the Following Is the Schizophrenic-Like Disorder in Which