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Health Encyclopedia: Schizophrenia Causes

Causes

No single cause can account for schizophrenia. Rather, it appears to be the result of multiple causes such as genetic factors, environmental and psychological assaults, and possible hormonal changes that alter the brain's chemistry.

Abnormalities in Brain Structure, Circuitry, and Chemicals

Brain scans using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have shown a number of abnormalities in the brain's structure associated with schizophrenia. Such problems can cause nerve damage and disconnections in t...

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Expert & Community Posts

Dr. Ballas Answers: Schizophrenia and Children

By Paul Ballas , Health Expert

My child was just diagnosed with schizophrenia. What should I be prepared for? Are there any tools... Read more »

Schizophrenia: Public Attitudes, Personal Needs

By Christina Bruni , Health Expert

"I think the most important thing is to accept the disorder like any other medical disorder, that... Read more »

FDA Approves Risperdal for the Treatment of Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder in Children

By Robin Cunningham , Health Expert

The approval by the FDA for the use of Risperdal in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar... Read more »

Gene MEGF10 Linked to Schizophrenia

By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert

A new genetic link to schizophrenia has been identified by an international team of researchers.... Read more »

Coping Skill - #8 - Be Prepared for Failure, but Don't Settle for It

By Robin Cunningham , Health Expert

This is a blog about taking risk. The concept of risk is extremely important in our society and... Read more »

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Health Guide

Schizophrenia: Treatment

Atypical Antipsychotic DrugsSeven atypical antipsychotic drugs are currently approved in the United States:Clozapine (Clozaril)Risperidone (Risperdal)Olanzapine (Zyprexa)Quetiapine... Read more »

Parkinson's Disease: Treatment

Drugs, physical therapy, and surgical interventions can manage Parkinson's disease. The goals of treatment for Parkinson's disease are to:Relieve disabilitiesBalance the problems of the... Read more »

Bipolar Disorder Treatment

Bipolar disorder is a recurrent disease that can be unpredictable. The major goals of treatment are to:Treat and reduce the severity of acute episodes of mania or depression when they... Read more »

Eating Disorders: Treatment for Anorexia

for AnorexiaThe treatment goals for patients with anorexia require a team approach. Doctors should immediately check and treat any medical problems related to the condition, such as bone... Read more »

Schizophrenia: Introduction

In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved risperidone (Risperdal) and aripiprazole (Abilify) for treatment schizophrenia in teenagers. These drugs are the first... Read more »

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