Abstract
Several recent initiatives in the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia continue to offer hope for patients suffering from this often devastating illness. These include a reconceptualization of how schizophrenia is diagnosed with a gradual shift from clinical symptom criteria to measurement-based approaches and the use of biological markers. Another major focus is early identification of at-risk and first-episode individuals. This allows for more timely monitoring and treatment interventions which may preclude the evolution into more chronic, less treatment responsive stages of the illness. Finally, strategies to moderate the impact of recurrent episodes, improve functionality, and enhance quality of life should help facilitate the achievement of important personal goals as our patients work towards recovery.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Schizophrenia |
Subtitle of host publication | Recent Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment |
Publisher | Springer New York |
Pages | 315-320 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781493906567 |
ISBN (Print) | 1493906550, 9781493906550 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 1 2014 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine