Classification Paranoid Type Characterized by a preoccupation with one or more delusions or frequent auditory hallucinations. No prominent disorganization of speech, disorganized or catatonic behavior, or flat or inappropriate affect. Characterized by prominent disorganized speech, disorganized behavior, and flat or inappropriate affect. Due to a General Medical Condition, Delirium, or Dementia. Amphetamines and cocaine frequently cause hallucinations, paranoia, or delusions.
Moods symptoms are present for a significant portion of the illness.
In duration of mood symptoms is brief compared to the entire duration of the illness. Disturbances of mood frequent in all phases.