In the schizophrenia spectrum, which disorder is characterized by full psychotic symptoms lasting less than six months?
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Correct answer: Brief Psychotic Disorder
Brief Psychotic Disorder involves psychotic symptoms (delusions, hallucinations) that last at least one day but less than one month, and can extend up to less than six months in some versions. (It falls under the schizophrenia spectrum category.)
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