Schizophrenia

S H Fatemi, Timothy D. Folsom

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Abstract

In this chapter, we discuss history, current diagnostic criteria, epidemiology, genetics, etiology, clinical signs and symptoms, laboratory investigations, differential diagnosis, pharmacological and behavioral treatment modalities, prognosis and course of illness for schizophrenia. The emphasis in this chapter is the etiopathogenesis and relevant biological treatments for this disorder.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationThe Medical Basis of Psychiatry
Subtitle of host publicationFourth Edition
PublisherSpringer New York
Pages91-120
Number of pages30
ISBN (Electronic)9781493925285
ISBN (Print)9781493925278
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2016

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Keywords

  • Etiology
  • Schizophrenia
  • Treatment

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