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An 8 page research paper that defines schizophrenia and symptoms, and then goes on to discuss rehabilitation options, preventative measures, medical treatments, therapies and nursing care for schizophrenia. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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as a biological brain disorder. Typically, it strikes its victims down in the prime of life, usually emerging in late adolescence or early adulthood. The progression of the disorder can
be exacerbated by stress and typically responds to dopamine receptor antagonists (Keltner, et al, 2001). Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, withdrawal, poor rapport, and difficulties in communication (Keltner, et al, 2001).
Schizophrenia is believed to be neuro-developmental rather than a sign of neurological degeneration, since there is no evidence of gliosis, which is found in degenerative disorders. Therefore, influences that
disrupt brain development at crucial times have been hypothesized as causing later effects, many of which may not result in symptoms or abnormal behavior for years (Keltner, et al, 2001).
These effects can include subtle cerebral abnormalities, such as enlarged lateral ventricles, and reductions in cortical gray matter in frontal, thalamic, limbic and hippocampal structures (Keltner, 2001). MRI studies
definitely indicate that structural difference exist in the brain of schizophrenics that probably start long before the symptoms of the disorder appear (Anonymous, 2002). In the past, many researchers felt
that genetics held the key to comprehending schizophrenia (Russo, 2002). It appeared to be only a matter of time before genetic analysis would lead to better drug therapies and improved
prevention. Today, researchers are not disregarding the genetic component, but see this component as working in conjunction with other factors in causing schizophrenia (Russo, 2002). About 20 percent of
first-episode schizophrenics recover completely, but roughly about 80 percent progress to recurrent episodes (Anonymous, 2002). The severity of symptoms is such that around one-tenth of suffers commit suicide and up
to half are estimated to attempt suicide at some point in their lives (Anonymous, 2002). Antipsychotics (or neuroleptics, but not the major tranquilizers) are used for a range of diverse
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