Methods Of Modifying Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
- Antipsychotics
- atypical antipsychotics bind loosely to D2 receptors controlling Dopamine inbalances
- no bad side effects
A
Research showed that 75% of patients said to improve after taking antipsychotics rather than the placebo
2
Q
- Antipsychotics
- only prevent symptoms of schizophrenia rather than curing them
- could possibly lead to drug escalation
A
- complete opposite of CBT
3
Q
CBT
- aims to make an individual think rationally
- aims to cure schizophrenic symptoms rather than prevent them
A
- only works if the patient is able to give consent