Patient Management

Treatment-resistant schizophrenia (TRS) impacts nearly one-third of patients who do not respond to dopamine-blocking antipsychotic medications....
CURATED BY: Josh Hamilton,
DNP, APRN-BC, CTMH,
CNE, CLNC, FAANP

Patient Management Guidelines

American Psychiatric Association Practice Guidelines

Presented in a standardized format, the American Psychiatric Association practice guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations for the assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders.

Guidelines for the Pharmacotherapy of Schizophrenia in Adults

The journal Schizophrenia outlines clinical practice guidelines that synthesize data and evidence to bolster patient treatment and illness outcomes.

The American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists Resources

The American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists present more than half a dozen educational resources for both patients and clinicians who experience and treat schizophrenia, respectively.

Articles

Improving Primary Care Management of Psychosis and Schizophrenia: Key Findings

Researchers of a recent study explored the detection and management of first psychotic episodes and established schizophrenia within the primary...
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Forging New Paths: Reducing Recidivism in Individuals With Serious Mental Illness

Individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are overrepresented in the criminal legal system, with...
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Improving Social Cognition Assessments in Schizophrenia: Bridging Research and Reality

People with schizophrenia face significant challenges in daily life, including difficulties forming relationships, maintaining employment, and engaging in social activities....
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Pickleball Found to Improve Physical Performance in Schizophrenia, No Change in Symptoms or Self-Esteem

Researchers of a recent study aimed to explore the impact of a nine-week pickleball intervention on self-esteem and psychiatric symptoms...
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Adolescent Mental Health: Early Detection and Emotional Regulation in High-Risk Psychosis

Adolescence is a critical period for mental health, with over one in seven adolescents experiencing mental health issues, including psychosis....
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Language Matters in Schizophrenia and Psychosis Care: NAMI’s Lexicon Guide

This guide emphasizes the importance of language when describing schizophrenia and psychosis conditions, highlighting its critical role in fostering relationships,...
CURATED BY:
Crystal Hopkins,
DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
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