The Challenge of Staying in Long-Term TreatmentUnderstanding schizophrenia requires a shift in perspective towards medication adherence and awareness of the disconnect between diagnosis and treatment acceptance.
How shots instead of pills could change California's homeless crisisLong-acting antipsychotic injections are increasingly used by street doctors in California to assist homeless individuals with mental health challenges.
Common Reasons for Stopping AntipsychoticsLong-term antipsychotic use reflects stability, not personal failure.Adherence to medication significantly reduces relapse risk.Stigma can hinder medication compliance and recovery.
Triple murderer Valdo Calocane refused medication as he did not like needles, care review findsValdo Calocane's refusal of injectable antipsychotic medication critically affected his mental health care, contributing to his violent actions.
The Challenge of Staying in Long-Term TreatmentUnderstanding schizophrenia requires a shift in perspective towards medication adherence and awareness of the disconnect between diagnosis and treatment acceptance.
How shots instead of pills could change California's homeless crisisLong-acting antipsychotic injections are increasingly used by street doctors in California to assist homeless individuals with mental health challenges.
Common Reasons for Stopping AntipsychoticsLong-term antipsychotic use reflects stability, not personal failure.Adherence to medication significantly reduces relapse risk.Stigma can hinder medication compliance and recovery.
Triple murderer Valdo Calocane refused medication as he did not like needles, care review findsValdo Calocane's refusal of injectable antipsychotic medication critically affected his mental health care, contributing to his violent actions.
Exploring Shared Decision-Making in Atrial Fibrillation - News CenterDecision-making aids improve patient knowledge and participation in atrial fibrillation care.
Gross-tasting medications can be a barrier to treatment. Philly researchers developed a bitter blocker' to help.The Monell Chemical Senses Center has developed a taste-blocking substance to combat the bitterness of medication to improve adherence.