Schizophrenia

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2020

Abstract

Schizophrenia is a severe brain disease that often results in significant distress and devastating disability. Its clinical presentation includes delusions, hallucinations, disorganized behavior and speech, and negative symptoms, although virtually every function associated with the central nervous system is affected in some regard. Despite decades of empirical attention, we have a limited understanding of its origin and mechanisms. At present, clinical symptoms are modestly tractable; however, cognitive, emotional, and motivational dysfunctions persist throughout the course of the illness. In this chapter, we highlight recent efforts to understanding, assessing, and treating these “residual” symptoms within the disorder.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology: Biological Bases of Health Behavior: Volume 1, The Social Bases of Health Behavior: Volume 2, Clinical Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine: Volume 3, Special Issues in Health Psychology: Volume 4

First Page

V3:161

Last Page

V3:170

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