There are numerous clinical scenarios in which gastrointestinal and psychotic symptoms commonly co-occur; thus, it is important that both psychiatrists and primary care physicians have a familiarity with the differential diagnosis.

Negative symptoms contribute to poor functional outcomes in schizophrenia. Evaluating different symptom domains and understanding the disorder’s reward circuitry can help with intervention and patients’ leading more fulfilling lives.

Measurement-based care (MBC) can improve patient outcomes, but data on its use in psychosis are sparse. This study examined the use of patient-reported outcome measures in veterans with psychosis to identify candidate measures for psychosis-related MBC.

Clinicians should screen regularly for signs and symptoms of tardive dyskinesia and educate patients and caregivers on what to look for and report, leading to earlier intervention and better quality of life.