ch 4 Flashcards
psychosis
lack an accurate perceptions understanding of reality
little insight how behavior appears
includes hallucinations and delusions
schizophrenia symptoms
delusions, hallucinations, disordered thinking, incoherent comm, bizarre behavior, poor insight
symptoms range and fluctuate
delusions
beliefs are not based in reality
paranoia, false personal beliefs
schizo cog symptoms
disorganized thinking, communication and speech
loosening of associations
over inclusiveness
schizophrenia misconception
violent homicidal maniacs
in reality theyre most likely to be victims of violence
schizo requires two of these symptoms
delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, motor disturbances, or negative symptoms
schizo phase
prodromal, active, residual
prodromal phase
onsent and buildup of symptoms
social isolation
inappropriate affect
poor communication
neglect of personal grooming
active phase
full blown symptoms
residual phase
symptoms no longer prominent
schizo episode recovery takes
a couple of months
BIOLOGICAL CAUSES OF
SCHIZOPHRENIA
- Genetic Vulnerability
- Early Physical Trauma and Stress
- Brain Structures and Functions
- Neurotransmitter Dysregulation
shizo is not diagnosed before
15
schizo peak at what age
25
impact of religion, race, age, culture on shizo
none
schizo prevalence rate higher among
migrant and ethnic minority groups in developed nations
prognosis for people living in developing nations is
poorer
shiczo leads to increased
morbidity and mortality
BIOLOGICAL CAUSES OF
SCHIZOPHRENIA
- Genetic Vulnerability
- Early Physical Trauma and Stress
- Brain Structures and Functions
- Neurotransmitter Dysregulation
physical trauma sources
Season-of-birth effect
* Fetal hypoxia
* Paternal age
antipsychotic meds
regulate neurotransmitters that
could contribute to hallucinations
therapy treatment
how to cope with disorder when shit hits fan
family counseling
helps the people supporting someone with
schizophrenia understand their symptoms and how to help them
who benefits from antipsychotic meds
very few people
CBT impact on schizo
more days of normal functioning
compared to those treated with medication and contact with a psychiatric nurse
