Psychosis and Treatment: A Brief History and the State of the Science-Recording

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The lecture began with technical difficulties but transitioned into a comprehensive discussion focused on the treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders, within the context of the Opioid Response Network (ORN). The speaker outlined the historical development and classification of antipsychotics, detailing their effects on conditions like schizophrenia. Discussion included the case of a 31-year-old experiencing paranoid delusions, suspected to be linked to schizophrenia exacerbated by marijuana use and medication non-compliance. This led to a broader exploration of schizophrenia's diagnostic criteria, including delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, and behavior.<br /><br />Key therapeutic strategies cover building rapport and validating patients’ experiences without directly challenging delusions to gently encourage reality testing and medication adherence. Medications like second-generation antipsychotics were examined, noting their effectiveness and significant side effects such as weight gain and metabolic changes.<br /><br />The video emphasizes the complexity of treating schizophrenia, highlighting the importance of maintaining patient engagement through empathy and understanding their perspective. Strategies discussed include cognitive behavioral therapy for psychosis, the role of family support, and the significance of medication in achieving stability. The conversation further explores managing dual diagnoses and patient aggression.<br /><br />Overall, the lecture provided a nuanced understanding of schizophrenia treatment, emphasizing a patient-centered, empathetic approach to encourage medication adherence and improve life quality while acknowledging the significant impact on patients' lives and the challenging balance of managing side effects.

Keywords

schizophrenia

Opioid Response Network

antipsychotics

paranoid delusions

marijuana use

medication non-compliance

diagnostic criteria

second-generation antipsychotics

cognitive behavioral therapy

family support

patient engagement

dual diagnoses

medication adherence