Question 1

where can i find help (housing, testing, therapy) for my 30 yr old sister? she has split personalities, severe bipolar, depression,  schizophrenia, al

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Resources: Most counties in the U.S. have mental health programs that can provide assistance for patients with mental health diagnoses even if patients don't have private insurance. The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) has chapters in many cities/counties as well and are a good resource and referral base. Start at https://www.nami.org/ and search for a local chapter based on your location.

Question 2

what is the best treatment for schizophrenia?

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It depends: Antipsychotic medications are a common and effective treatment for schizophrenia. Supportive therapies that aim to improve social functioning and promote autonomy are also an important component of treatment. The best treatment largely depends on individual differences such as the severity of the illness and the subtype of schizophrenia.

Question 3

what are treatments for someone with schizophrenia?

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Medications: Generally, people with schizophrenia need a combination of antipsychotic medications and supportive psychotherapy.  Some of the medicines include seroquel, geodon, risperdal, zyprexa, latuda, (lurasidone) abilify, and haldol, etc.  Some may be given daily if the person will take them consistently.  There are also some that may be given by long-acting im injection.

Question 4

what is a good medication or treatment for schizophrenia?

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Many different: medication options exist depending on the individual characteristics of each patient.  All therapies involve the use of antipsychotic medications but individual variations will help determine which are used and this is best addressed by your Psychiatrist.

Question 5

what is the name of the medication treatment for schizophrenia?

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Many: There are many medications approved by the FDA for the treatment of schizophrenia.  Your doctor will make a choice based on symptoms, medical condition, medical history, and family medical history.

Question 6

could you please describe what treatments are used to help people with schizophrenia?

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Tx: the mainstay treatment is medication with antipsychotic medications. however, the best treatment is meds + counseling + psychosocial support. while the antipsychotic medications often help with hallucinations and delusions they are not as effective for motivation, improving social activity, anergy and flatness - so antidepressants are often used as well. newer antipsychotics are better tolerated.

Question 7

how are the treatment of schizophrenia in 1960-1970 and today distinguished from each other?

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Differences: With research we are learning more about schizophrenia and possible other neurotransmitters involved. There are a lot more antipsychotic available today than in 1960. With advances in technology, neuroimaging can be done to identify problem areas in the brain. Patients are not merely locked up in asylums, but instead take part in community based treatment.  Overall, there is more support.

Question 8

what is the treatment for acute schizophrenia?

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Antipsychotics: Primarily antipsychotic medications. At least those are the foundation of treatment. But additional treatments may be needing as augmentation.

Question 9

what is the treatment for process schizophrenia?

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Old term: "process" schizophrenia is an old term for what we now call chronic schizophrenia. Typical onset is late teens to early 20's, but evidence suggests the process may start much earlier.  There are both positive (hallucinations & delusions) and negative (social withdrawaal, lack of motivation) symptoms.  Medications, supportive therapy, and family work can help improve quality of life.

Question 10

what is the treatment for residual schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Same: If you still have residual symptoms following an initial response to treatment, you may need an adjustment of your medication(s), may have co occurring conditions that have not been addressed yet or may need other therapeutic interventions in addition to what you are being treated with. Talk to your psychiatrist.

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