Doctors gave me a new, researched diagnoses of Schizoaffective type bipolar?

Question

what is that? i know its symptoms of schizo with a mood swing, but at first i was diagnosed bipolar with psychosis and now schizoaffective type bipolar, or schizoaffective bipolar 1, i cant remember. what are the differences and such? and why is it on the list saying that people with this are metally disabled? i think i function alright, idk. any info on it please!

Answer 1

There are two types of schizoaffective disorder: the bipolar type and the depressive type. In general, schizoaffective disorder bipolar type has a better prognosis than the depressive type, which can result in a residual defect with the passing of time.

The mainstay of treatment is pharmacotherapy with an antipsychotic and an antidepressant and/or mood stabilizer. Psychotherapy, vocational and social rehabilitation are also important. A specific type of psychosocial rehabilitation known as psychiatric rehabilitation can improve the prognosis of schizoaffective disorder considerably, although it must be sought out to produce its good effects. In acute cases, where there is risk to self and others, involuntary short-term hospitalization may be necessary.

Some people diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder are likely to be diagnosed with comorbid conditions, including substance abuse.

Children diagnosed with this disorder are highly likely to have other comorbid neurological disorders such as pervasive developmental disorder, autism and learning disabilities.