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Effectiveness of a treatment guideline for schizophrenia in adolescents: Lessons from a middle-income country.

Author: ApiquianRogelio, ArceSofía, ArroyoEduardo, Del ValleMiriam, Díaz CalvoAna-Teresa, JiménezIsrael, RosettiMarcos, SantosGabriela, SarmientoEmmanuel, UlloaRosa-Elena, VictoriaGamaliel

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This study compared the efficacy of guideline-based treatment with treatment as usual for adolescents with schizophrenia. There were no differences between groups in the pharmacological treatment, reduction in symptom severity or cognition. However, the guideline-based treatment group showed better psychosocial functioning at months 3 and 6.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
INTRODUCTION: Treatment guidelines for schizophrenia represent a standard way to manage patients, especially in countries with limited staff resources. However, they have not been compared on their efficacy with treatment as usual, despite adult studies suggesting they can be more effective. METHOD...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1177/0004867417726581

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Navigating the Desert of Schizophrenia Treatment: Guidelines Show Promise

Schizophrenia, a complex mental illness, poses a daunting challenge for patients and clinicians. This study examines the effectiveness of a treatment guideline for adolescents with schizophrenia in a middle-income country. Researchers compared the outcomes of guideline-based treatment with treatment as usual in a group of adolescents with schizophrenia, evaluating their symptoms, psychosocial functioning, and cognitive abilities. While the two groups did not differ significantly in pharmacological treatment or reduction in symptoms, the guideline-based treatment group showed improved psychosocial functioning over time.

A Guiding Oasis in a Complex Landscape: Treating Schizophrenia

This study suggests that using a treatment guideline can significantly improve the psychosocial functioning of adolescents with schizophrenia. It's like having a skilled guide in a vast and challenging desert. A guideline provides structure and a roadmap for treatment, making it easier to navigate the complexities of schizophrenia management. While more research is needed to understand the long-term effects of this approach, these findings offer hope for improving the lives of adolescents struggling with this illness.

A Guide for Mental Health: Empowering Adolescents

This research highlights the importance of evidence-based guidelines in treating mental illness. It emphasizes the need for tailored and structured approaches to manage complex conditions like schizophrenia. Just as a traveler in a desert relies on a compass and map, adolescents with schizophrenia can benefit from clear and effective treatment strategies to navigate their journey to recovery.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study is a reminder that in the vast and often confusing desert of mental health, having a clear guideline can be crucial for successful navigation. It highlights the importance of evidence-based approaches in treating complex conditions like schizophrenia, offering hope for improving the lives of adolescents struggling with this illness.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-07-22
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28831809

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1177/0004867417726581

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