This video discusses the advantages and considerations of long-acting injectables (LAIs) compared with oral antipsychotics for the treatment of schizophrenia. The beneficial effects of LAIs on adherence and relapse rates are presented along with some potential obstacles that patients may experience.
ADVERTISEMENT
Schizophrenia Learning Modules
Recognizing Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is most often recognized based on positive symptoms, whereas the negative symptoms may be less familiar to clinicians and therefore harder to detect. In this video, we will review negative symptoms and the importance of accurately diagnosing them.
View
Treating Psychosis in Schizophrenia
This video discusses psychosis in schizophrenia, including its symptomatology and management. Viewers will learn how matching patients with the right medication requires careful consideration of individual patient factors and potential side effects.
View
Brief History of Antipsychotics
Watch this latest video to review the use of antipsychotics, including their mechanism of action and potential side effects.
View
First vs Second-Generation Antipsychotics: How Do They Work?
Antipsychotics play a pivotal role in treating various psychiatric conditions, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other psychotic disorders. The first antipsychotic was discovered in 1959 and today there are two generations of antipsychotics, allowing clinicians to identify the best therapy for each patient.
View
