Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects roughly 1 percent of the population. There has been increased focus on identifying high risk individuals and early intervention. In his Huff Post article, Jonathan Cohn writes about the potential implications of...
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a thought disorder that afflicts approximately 1.2% of Americans (Source). The onset of Schizophrenia usually occurs in late adolescence or early adulthood. While this condition is rare, it can be debilitating and requires a medical intervention. With new medications and evidence based treatment, some people with Schizophrenia can live full lives and manage the symptoms of their illness. Associates in Psychotherapy has expertise in working with adults with psychosis and firmly believe that finding the right interventions do positively impact a person’s quality of life.
Common Symptoms of Schizophrenia:
- Delusions
- Hallucinations
- Disorganized thoughts/speech
- Negative symptoms
- Abnormal motor behavior
4 Myths Of Schizophrenia (and the facts you need to know)
Schizophrenia is largely misunderstood and often inaccurately portrayed in the media. In Psychology Today, Dr. Ralph Ryback shares factual information about what Schizophrenia is and is not. Here is a link to the article:...
Reducing Inflammation May Improve Cognition in Schizophrenia
According to recent research, inflammation may play a role in Schizophrenia. In PsychCentral, Traci Pederson discusses recent study that suggests reducing inflammation, may help improve cognitive difficulties of those with Schizophrenia. Here is a link:...
Switchboard In The Brain Could Unlock Treatment For Autism and Schizophrenia
Autism and Schizophrenia are conditions that effect thinking, functioning, and processing. In the Washington Post, Rachel Fetman writes about new research suggesting manipulation of select brain cells may affect circuitry in brains of those with Autism and...
Talk Therapy Found To Ease Schizophrenia
A new study reveals that newly diagnosed individuals with Schizophrenia often do best with psychotherapy in conjunction with minimal psychotropic medications, according to New York Times article. Benedict Carey writes about the study that shows hope and promise for...
A Mild Zap Improves Cognitive Control In People With Schizophrenia
Psypost.org published an article based on recent research that studied electrical stimulation to the brain and its impact on cognitive functioning for those with Schizophrenia. Here is a link to the article:...
How A Schizophrenia Gene Affects The Brain
MedicalNewsToday.com writes about new research findings on mental illness. In a recent study, scientists found a gene DISC1, that may be a risk factor for mental health conditions such as depression, bipolar, and schizophrenia. This finding could have positive...