Schizophreni - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

In this comprehensive collection, we explore the complex and fascinating aspects of schizophrenia, a severe mental disorder. We delve into the diagnostic criteria, symptoms, and subtypes of schizophrenia, providing an in-depth understanding of its clinical presentation. Gain insight into the neurobiological and genetic factors that contribute to the development of schizophrenia. Explore the psychological and social impact of the disorder on individuals and their families. Delve into evidence-bas...

"CANS" -> Toxins Affecting Efficacy of Psychotropic Meds: Caffeine - Alcohol -> 2 things it can cause? - Nicotine -> what does it increase? what does this mean? - Sugar -> 2 things it increases? - - Caffeine - Alcohol - sedation & neurotoxicity - Nicotine - increases liver metabolism -> means we have to increase dosage of antipsychotic - Sugar - weight gain, increase risk of diabetes Anosognosia: - what is this? what causes it? - what 2 things may it result in? - what...

SH Eric Ford Schizophrenia TRANSCRIPT with complete solution

Chapter 4 Psychosis and schizophrenia

PMHNP REVIEW- Schizophrenia Questions and Answers Rated A+ What is the DSM 5 diagnostic criteria for Schizophrenia? A. Two or more present for a significant amount of time ( a month, or less if treated). At least one, must be 1, 2, or 3. 1. delusions 2. hallucinations 3. disorganized speech 4. greatly disorganized or catatonic behavior 5. negative symptoms B. disturbance in functioning C. Continuous symptoms in the last 6 mo. (prodromal or residual symptoms, or in an attenuated fo...

Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders - Psychotic disorders: characterized by unusual thinking, distorted perceptions, and odd behaviours o Impaired reality o Inability to think coherently o Some long lasting, others temporary - Psychosis: a severe mental condition characterized by a loss of contact with reality o Delusion: a false belief o Hallucination: a false sensory perception o Both at the same time o Loss of contact with reality o Presence of them does not mean ...

Mental Health Nclex style Questions - focus on schizophrenia- EXAM 1 Questions and Answers

AQA Psychology – Schizophrenia Exam Questions and Answers What is schizophrenia? How common is it? -Answer-It is a psychological disorder affecting approximately 1% of people What do people diagnosed with schizophrenia often experience? -Answer-Major disruption to their everyday life Research shows that approximately: - 80% of people with schizophrenia in the UK are unemployed - 20% attempt suicide Schizophrenia has a a condition that causes what? -Answer-Psychosis - where the person...

RNSG 2213 (Schizophrenia) MH Module 3 EXAM Austin Community College