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Causes of schizotypal personality disorder (Source: MedLinePlus)
The cause is unknown. Genes are thought to be involved, because there is an increased incidence of this condition in relatives of schizophrenics. However, schizotypal personality disorder should not be confused with schizophrenia . People with schizotypal personality disorder tend to have odd beliefs and behaviors, but they are not disconnected from reality and usually do not hallucinate. Hallucinations , delusions, and complete unawareness of reality are hallmarks of untreated or unsuccessfully treated schizophrenia. Between 30% and 50% of people with schizotypal personality disorder also have a major depressive disorder. A second personality disorder, such as paranoid personality disorder , is also common with this condition. ...
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Symptoms of schizotypal personality disorder (Source: MedLinePlus)
People with schizotypal personality disorder may be severely disturbed. Their odd behavior may resemble that of people with schizophrenia. For example, they may also have unusual preoccupations and fears, such as fears of being monitored by government agencies. More commonly, however, people with schizotypal personality disorder behave oddly and have unusual beliefs (aliens, witchcraft, etc.). They cling to these beliefs so strongly that it isolates them from normal relationships. Full-blown hallucinations are unusual. However, people with schizotypal personality disorder are upset by their difficulty in forming and maintaining close relationships. ...
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schizotypal personality disorder - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Some people may be helped by antipsychotic medications, but in many cases talk therapy is preferred. ...
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Further Reading on schizotypal personality disorder
  • Mental Health: Schizotypal Personality Disorder ( WebMD )
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