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Schizophrenia: improving outcome.

J R Bustillo1, J Lauriello, S J Keith

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque 87131, USA.

Harvard Review of Psychiatry
|June 18, 1999
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Schizophrenia treatment has advanced, but many still face symptoms and disabilities. New strategies beyond outpatient care, including early atypical antipsychotics and targeted therapies, aim to improve outcomes for diverse patient needs.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Neuroscience
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Schizophrenia treatment advances allow community living for most.
  • Despite progress, many individuals with schizophrenia experience persistent symptoms and functional impairments.
  • Outpatient status alone is insufficient as a final treatment outcome.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state of schizophrenia therapeutics.
  • To outline treatment strategies for various clinical scenarios.
  • To emphasize the need for comprehensive and evolving treatment approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current pharmacological and psychosocial interventions for schizophrenia.
  • Discussion of treatment approaches for specific patient groups: first-episode, treatment-resistant, chronic relapsing, and those with persistent functional deficits.

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  • Synthesis of evidence-based practices for diverse schizophrenia presentations.

    • Main Results:

    • First-line atypical antipsychotics are recommended early due to favorable side-effect profiles.
    • Clozapine should be considered early for treatment-resistant psychosis.
    • Family interventions, Assertive Community Treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, social-skills training, and supported employment show promise for specific patient needs.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimizing schizophrenia treatment requires early intervention with appropriate antipsychotics.
    • A multifaceted approach combining pharmacotherapy, psychosocial interventions, and community support is crucial.
    • Tailoring treatments to individual patient needs and illness stages is essential for improving long-term outcomes.