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Jeffrey A. Lieberman, MD
BACKGROUND
A 22-year-old African-American male presented
to the emergency department with auditory hallucinations, euphoria, paranoia, and grandiose claims.
He has no history of substance abuse and notes difficulties, such as social withdrawal, beginning at the
age of 15 years, when his father died. He has
become frightened of his symptoms and is seeking
assistance.
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REFERENCES
1. Brown AS, Susser ES. In utero infection and adult schizophrenia. Ment Retard Dev Disabil Res Rev. 2002;8:51-57.
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