In Brief Psychotic Disorder, relapse occurs in more than what percentage of individuals?

• A. Less than 10%
• B. About 25%
• C. More than 50%
• D. About 90%

Answer: (C)

Relapse in Brief Psychotic Disorder is relatively common. Although the acute episode lasts at least a day but less than a month and most people return to their previous level of functioning, follow-up studies show that a substantial number experience another psychotic episode later. Estimates often indicate relapse rates above half of individuals over the ensuing years, which is why the option stating more than 50% is the best answer. This reflects the fact that while the illness generally has a good short-term prognosis, recurrence is not rare and can occur especially with ongoing stress or underlying vulnerability to psychotic disorders.