About the Disorder
True or False: Schizophrenia is one of the most extreme psychotic disorders
True
True or False: Bill does not have schizophrenia
False
True or False: schizophrenia can only be treated with medication
False
individuals with schizophrenia tend to experience psychosis, which is...
loss of contact with reality
Why did Bill begin therapy?
His sister was concerned with his social isolation, odd behaviour, and daydreaming
What is an important type of psychosocial treatment for schizophrenia?
Family-based programs
Name at least 2 symptoms outlined in the DSM-5 as characteristic symptoms
hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, grossly disorganized or catatonic behaviour, and negative symptoms (at least two of these)
Where did Bill believe the money made from the film about him go to?
The Irish Republican Army
What is the name of the long term involuntary movement disorder that can come from taking antipsychotic drugs?
Tardive Dyskinesia
What is the most significant immune system problem for individuals with schizophrenia?
Chronic inflammation of the brain
What did Bill call the process of having a daydream and then correcting these thoughts?
Scruples
Along with medication, what treatment approach did Bill's therapist take?
Behavioural