There is a specific peak age range for the onset of psychosis
Psychotic disorders most commonly manifest during adolescence and early adulthood, though a minority of cases present later in life, supporting the existence of typical age ranges for onset.
The retrieved literature consistently supports the clinical understanding that psychosis features typical peak onset periods (adolescence to early adulthood), while also acknowledging distinct categories like late-onset psychosis. The claim passes Step 0 as a specific, contestable, and empirical epidemiological statement.
Skinner JP, Shinn AK, Moran LV. Risk Factors for Late-Onset Psychosis: A Case-Control Study.. 2025. https://doi.org/10.1093/schbul/sbae164
Paper 1 discusses late-onset psychosis occurring after age 40, contrasting it with the more typical earlier presentation.
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Wang F, Liu Z, Yang J, Cheng P, Tan W, Huang D, Liu X, Zhong M, Yang J, Palaniyappan L. Age of Onset, Brain Controllability, and Working Memory Performance in First-Episode Schizophrenia.. 2026. https://doi.org/10.1093/schbul/sbaf156
Paper 4 distinguishes between early-onset and adult-onset schizophrenia, reflecting recognized peak onset periods.
Grosu ȘA, Milanesi E, Pelisenco IA, Paun RM, Dobre M, Hinescu ME. Plasma microRNA signatures in drug-naïve Romanian adolescents with first-episode psychosis.. 2026. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2026.1837719
Paper 11 notes that psychotic disorders typically have their onset in adolescence or early adulthood.
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