The key difference between schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia is the prominence of the mood disorder. With schizoaffective disorder, the mood disorder is front and center. With schizophrenia, its not a dominant part of the disorder. Another difference is the psychotic symptoms that people experience.
Schizoaffective disorder is a mental health disorder that is marked by a combination of schizophrenia symptoms, such as hallucinations or delusions, and mood disorder symptoms, such as depression or mania.
Schizophreniform disorder, like schizophrenia, is a psychotic disorder that affects how you act, think, relate to others, express emotions and perceive reality. Unlike schizophrenia, it lasts one to six months instead of the rest of your life.
How do I talk to someone with schizoaffective disorder?
How can I support my loved one?Be careful about too much prodding. Try not to overdo reminders to an adult friend or family member about things like taking medicines. Be patient, listen well, and speak encouraging words.Be available if your loved one wants to talk. Make an effort to acknowledge his or her feelings.