Description
Book SynopsisSchizophrenia: Triggers and Treatments is a series of texts that introduces the reader to some of the more recent advances in schizophrenia research. It is concerned with questioning the role of the immune system in the aetiology and course of the disorder, as well as investigating the efficacy of some of the available treatments for schizophrenia. Edited by a leading scholar in the field, and written by researchers at the cutting edge of these developments, each chapter provides details of original works and their theoretical and empirical impact. The theme of cognition is prevalent throughout the book. As a core deficit in schizophrenia, cognition proves to be fundamental to both the mechanisms underlying the disorder, and the treatments used to alleviate symptomatology. It is evident in all subpopulations of schizophrenia patients explored in this collection - from those with early onset schizophrenia, to those being treated in forensic mental health services - and its importance throughout the lifespan of individuals with schizophrenia is highlighted. With a focus on a practical understanding of schizophrenia, this book will be of value to all researchers, psychiatrists and therapists with a clinical or research interest in this subject.
Table of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgementsEarly Onset Schizophrenia: Review in the Light of Newer Etiological and Therapeutic FindingsPeripheral Cytokine Alterations through Schizophrenia Continuance and in Somatic ComorbidityImmune Activation and Cognition: Cognitive Changes Associated with IL-6 in Patients with Schizophrenia, versus Other Psychiatric & Medical DisordersIntegrated Neurocognitive Therapy: An Innovative Approach to Rehabilitation of Patients with SchizophreniaCognitive Impairment in Patients with Schizophrenia in Forensic Mental Health ServicesA Personal Recovery Narrative through Rap Music in Music TherapyCoping Strategies in Oral Health: Problems Experienced by People with SchizophreniaTherapeutic Educational Program in Oral Health for Oral Health Empowerment and Recovery in Patients with SchizophreniaIndex.
