Patient Support Team Journey~Schizophrenia Flashcards
1
Q
According to WHO how many people have Schizophrenia worldwide?
A
21,000,000
2
Q
According to NIH, what percentage of US population is estimated to have schizophrenia?
A
.25%-.64%
3
Q
What % patients with Schizophrenia attempt suicide? What % die by suicide?
A
20%, 5-6%
4
Q
What are characteristic symptoms of schizophrenia?
A
- Delusions; hallucinations
- Disorganized speech and behavior
- Lack of speech
- Lack of motivation
5
Q
3 categories of schizophrenia symptoms? List 3
A
- Negative
- Positive
- Cognitive
6
Q
When does Schizophrenia primarily present?
A
Young adults
Late teens - early 20s MEN
Late 20s - early 30s WOMEN
7
Q
What is the estimated annual cost of economic burden in 2012?
A
$156 billion
