Schizophrenia

Overview

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Credits

2.00

Post Assessment Questions

11

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

23 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

120 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Schizophrenia, a serious mental illness, affects 1% of the global population and is marked by hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, grossly disorganized behavior, and negative signs and symptoms such as reduced emotional expression, avolition, and cognitive impairment. Symptoms generally emerge in late adolescence or early adulthood, and the disorder may be more common in men. Causes include genetic, environmental, and neurobiological factors. No single gene is responsible; there is an interplay of multiple genetic factors. Environmental influences include prenatal and obstetrical risks, psychosocial stressors, and cannabis use. Neurobiologically, schizophrenia is associated with neurotransmitter dysfunction in dopamine and glutamate systems, as well as brain structural changes. Individualized comprehensive management plans, including antipsychotic medications for positive symptoms and evidence-based psychosocial interventions, are essential for improving patient quality of life. This activity describes the epidemiology, genetics, clinical presentation, and management of schizophrenia, providing healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to improve patient care for this complex and disabling condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and social workers.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the varied signs and symptoms of schizophrenia through thorough patient assessments and diagnostic tools.

  • Differentiate between schizophrenia and other mental health conditions to ensure accurate diagnosis when individuals present with psychotic symptoms.

  • Implement evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to individual patient needs.

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to enhance care coordination for patients with schizophrenia and comorbid psychiatric and medical disorders.

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