Praxishandbuch Schizophrenie

Comprehensive knowledge from leading experts for practice. Schizophrenia is the second most common mental disorder worldwide, following depression. It significantly impacts the lives of those affected and their surroundings. The focus of this book is on therapy, taking into account the current S3 guidelines for schizophrenia. In addition to an overview of the various treatment options for different patient groups (children and adolescents, adults, pregnant women, elderly people), you will find fundamental information on all current therapeutic methods (e.g., psychopharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, neurostimulation) and other positive influencing factors such as exercise, occupational therapy, art therapy, physiotherapy, and nutrition.

What to expect in the "Practical Handbook on Schizophrenia":

• Current, guideline-based recommendations for diagnosis and therapy
• Clear therapy algorithms that guide you step by step through the intervention
• Everything about rehabilitation and care structures
• Key information highlighted for quick reference
• Caveat and note boxes for an overview, as well as illustrative case examples for better understanding

New in the 2nd edition:

• Detailed information on treatment during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Updated topics: emergency treatment, pharmacological therapy, treatment resistance, prodromal stage, psychiatric comorbidities
• Treatment practices and reimbursement systems of care structures
• Addressing gender-specific aspects of patients
• Personal accounts from a patient and a family member
• Forensic aspects and questions of assessment
• Special notes for contract physicians

Compact, clear, and practice-oriented!.