Treatment

Antipsychotic medications are the primary treatment for schizophrenia, but only 30% of patients are satisfied with their treatment during the first 18 months, and 20% to 30% experience...
CURATED BY: Crystal Hopkins,
DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC

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Targeting Inflammation: A New Frontier in Schizophrenia Care

Emerging evidence suggests a strong link between inflammation and the pathophysiology of schizophrenia....
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Study Finds No Clear Advantage of CBT Over Other Therapies for Schizophrenia

Authors of this Cochrane Review assessed the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) compared to other psychosocial therapies when used...
CURATED BY:
Josh Hamilton,
DNP, APRN-BC, CTMH,
CNE, CLNC, FAANP

Researchers Investigate Relapse Risk and Predictors in Those With Schizophrenia Withdrawn From Treatment

This study quantified the risk and predictors of relapse among individuals with schizophrenia withdrawn from antipsychotic maintenance treatment....
CURATED BY:
Josh Hamilton,
DNP, APRN-BC, CTMH,
CNE, CLNC, FAANP

NM-MRI Shows Promise in Identifying Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia and Improving Outcomes

About one-third of patients with schizophrenia fail to respond to first-line antipsychotics, which severely impacts quality of life and adds...
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Intranasal Implants: Revolutionizing Schizophrenia Care With Targeted Delivery

The blood-brain barrier poses challenges for central nervous system (CNS) drug delivery, but intranasal administration offers a promising solution by...
CURATED BY:
Sarah Ann Scantamburlo,
MSW, MS, PA-C

Psychosocial Interventions Essential for Addressing Schizophrenia’s Negative Symptoms

Schizophrenia spectrum disorders (SSD) are severe mental health conditions marked by cognitive impairments, poor functional outcomes, reduced quality of life,...
CURATED BY:
Crystal Hopkins,
DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
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