Best Treatment For Schizophrenia
Treatment
Schizophrenia is categorized as a brain disease, not a psychological disorder, Drug treatment is the primary therapy. Studies indicate, however, that an integrated approach that includes psychosocial therapy is better at preventing relapses than routine care (medication, monitoring, and access to rehabilitation programs).
Integrated Approach. An integrated approach, which may help to ease psychotic symptoms, may include:
- Motivational interviewing to encourage the patient's commitment to...
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Treatment of Schizophrenia
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Schizophrenia
Goals of Treatment for SchizophreniaThe American Psychiatric Association (APA) notes that the goals of treatment for schizophrenia include: Reduce or... Read more »
Schizophrenia: Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Atypical Antipsychotic DrugsTen atypical antipsychotic drugs are currently approved in the United States:Clozapine (Clozaril, generic)Risperidone... Read more »
Schizophrenia: Other Treatments
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
www.nimh.nih.gov -- National Institute of Mental Healthwww.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov -- National Mental Health Information Centerwww.nami.org --... Read more »
Psychosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Treatment depends on the cause of the psychosis. Care in a hospital is often needed to ensure the patient's safety.Antipsychotic drugs, which reduce... Read more »
Schizophrenia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
During an episode of schizophrenia, you may need to stay in the hospital for safety reasons, and to receive basic needs such as food, rest, and... Read more »
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