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Lecture 6 Pharmacotherapy 1 - Schizophernia by Nada Elhosien is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder characterized by a split mind, making it difficult for individuals to distinguish reality, manage emotions, and relate to others. It affects about 1% of the population, primarily starting between ages 16 and 35, and presents with both positive symptoms (like delusions and hallucinations) and negative symptoms (such as emotional blunting and social withdrawal). Treatment includes non-pharmacological methods and antipsychotic medications, with atypical antipsychotics
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- Nada Elhosien
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- EN