Psychological treatment of schizophrenia Flashcards
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fill the gap: According to the ____ approach, sz, like nay other behaviour is ___ from the environment through ____ ____ or social learning.
According to the behaviourist approach, sz, like any other behaviour is learnt from the environment through operant conditioning or social learning.
what does psychological treatment for schizophrenia suggest about schizophrenic behaviour
that the behaviour can be unlearnt and replaced by more adaptive behaviour using the same processes
what is the behaviourist approach to managing schizophrenia
TOKEN ECONOMY
what is the blueprint of psychological/behaviourist treatment of schizophrenia
- identifying the undesirable or maladaptive behaviour
- identifying the reinforcers that maintain such behaviour
- restructuring the environment so that the undesirable behaviour is no longer reinforced
How does token economy as treatment work
INITIALLY through the process of classical conditioning, the schizophrenic learns the vlaue of a token to be used as reward. –> via being presented a token alongside a primary reinforcer such as food, comfort etc. This can then be used as a process of operant conditioning as REINFORCEMENT FOR GOOD BEHAVIOUR.
tokens are then used by the individuals which can then be exchanged for other things such as; watching tv, listening to music, etc.
This again works as part of operant conditioning to encourage good behaviour.
This system can be used to change all behaviours of the schizophrenic
whats an example of good behaviour that can be rewarded for schizophrenics (token eocnomy)
fewer hallucinations reported ( shows active involvement in care treatment) , improved hygiene (good self care)
what is a strength of token economy as a treatment of schizophrenia
P; One strength of token economy is that it can be tailored to the individual needs of the patient.
E: based on operant conditioning and involve rewarding patients with tokens for engaging in desirable behaviours, such as self-care or social interaction
E: allows treatment to focus on specific behaviours that a particular patient struggles with, making it more personalised and relevant to their daily functioning. For example, one patient may be rewarded for maintaining hygiene, while another may focus on attending therapy sessions.
L; This individualised approach increases the likelihood of improving functioning and quality of life in institutional settings.
what is a limitation of token economies as a treatment for schizophrenia
P; : A significant limitation of token economy systems is that they can be seen as discriminatory and ethically questionable.
E: In some cases, patients with schizophrenia may be denied access to small comforts or privileges—such as watching television or having visitors—unless they earn them through desired behaviours.
E: : This approach can be viewed as unfair, as it punishes individuals for symptoms that are often beyond their control, makes p.t feel dehumanised/coerced.
L: Therefore, token economies may raise serious ethical concerns, potentially reducing their acceptability and appropriateness as a treatment for schizophrenia.
TRUE or FALSE: token economy is a cure for schizophrenia
FALSE
its a management not a cure
