Schizophrenia For DummiesJohn Wiley & Sons, 27. 10. 2008. - 384 страница Practical tools for leading a happy, productive life Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, and disabling mental disorder that afflicts one percent of the population, an estimated 2.5 million people in America alone. The firsthand advice in this reassuring guide will empower the families and caregivers of schizophrenia patients to take charge, offering expert advice on identifying the warning signs, choosing the right health professional, understanding currently available drugs and those on the horizon (as well as their side effects), and evaluating traditional and alternative therapies. |
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Introduction | 1 |
Understanding Schizophrenia Chapter 1 Understanding Schizophrenia The Big Picture | 9 |
Causes and Risk Factors | 25 |
Suspecting Schizophrenia | 37 |
Finding Out Whats Wrong and Getting Help | 51 |
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Ruling Out Other Mental Conditions | 60 |
Seeking a Second Opinion | 68 |
Psychosocial and Other Treatment Research Evaluating Complementary and Alternative Treatments | 204 |
Living with Schizophrenia Chapter 11 Schizophrenia and the Family | 213 |
Developing Coping Skills | 237 |
The scarcity of subsidized housing | 250 |
Housing Choices Figuring Out Where to Live | 257 |
Coping with Crises | 269 |
Recognizing the Signs That Something Is Wrong | 275 |
People Are More Than Patients Addressing | 289 |
Assembling a Healthcare Team | 71 |
What to expect Identifying Other Members of the Team | 79 |
When Things Arent Working | 86 |
Beginning Treatment | 91 |
Paying for Your Loved Ones Care | 117 |
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Private insurance Public services for the uninsured or underinsured | 123 |
Your Legal Rights on the Job | 129 |
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Treating Schizophrenia Chapter 8 Medication and Other Medical Approaches | 135 |
Adhering to Medications | 158 |
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Treating Schizophrenia Chapter 8 Medication and Other Medical Approaches Chapter 9 Psychosocial Approaches | 189 |
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The Part of Tens | 307 |
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Ten Tips for Helping Families | 317 |
Ten Ways to Avoid Relapse | 327 |
Resources Index | 339 |
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