Schizophrenia For DummiesJohn Wiley & Sons, 24. 11. 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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Causes and Risk Factors | 25 |
Suspecting Schizophrenia | 37 |
Finding Out Whats Wrong and Getting Help | 51 |
Finding Out Whats Wrong and Getting Help 51 Chapter 4 Getting a Diagnosis | 53 |
Assembling a Healthcare Team | 71 |
Living with Schizophrenia | 211 |
Living with Schizophrenia 211 Chapter 11 Schizophrenia and the Family | 213 |
Developing Coping Skills | 237 |
Housing Choices Figuring Out Where to Live | 257 |
Coping with Crises | 269 |
People Are More Than Patients Addressing | 289 |
Ten Myths about Schizophrenia You Can Forget | 307 |
Ten Tips for Helping Families | 317 |
Beginning Treatment | 91 |
Paying for Your Loved Ones Care | 117 |
Treating Schizophrenia | 133 |
Psychosocial Approaches | 165 |
Finding Help and Hope through Research | 189 |
Ten Ways to Avoid Relapse | 327 |
Resources | 339 |
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