Psychotherapy For Schizophrenia
Medications
Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the first-line treatment for major depression. They work by increasing levels of serotonin in the brain. Because they act specifically on serotonin, SSRIs have fewer side effects than older antidepressants, which have more widespread effects in the body.
SSRIs include fluoxetine (Prozac, generic), sertraline (Zoloft, generic), paroxetine (Paxil, generic), fluvoxamine (Luvox, generic),...
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An Interview with Xavier Amador, Ph.D.: Part One
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Early Detection and Prevention of Schizophrenia
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Schizotypal personality disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Some people may be helped by antipsychotic medications. Talk therapy (psychotherapy) is a big part of treatment. Social skills training can help some... Read more »
Schizophrenia: Therapy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
PsychotherapyPsychosocial and rehabilitative therapies may be helpful for patients with schizophrenia.Cognitive-Behavioral and Other Psychosocial... Read more »
Schizophrenia: Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Schizophrenia is categorized as a brain disease, not a psychological disorder, Drug treatment is the primary therapy. Studies indicate, however, that... Read more »
Depression and Teenagers: Some Basics
Teen years are difficult -- for both the teens and their families. Add depression to the situation, and it can be especially difficult to know... Read more »
Psychotherapy boosts happiness more than money: study
A course of psychotherapy equal to $1,300 may improve psychological well-being more than a significant pay raise, English researchers say. An... Read more »
10 Quick Facts about Childhood Schizophrenia
The precise cause of childhood schizophrenia is not known. As with adult schizophrenia there is an assumed relationship between genetic factors the environment. Possible causes include family history, birth trauma, exposure to viruses in the womb...
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