ECT Effective for Treatment of Schizophrenia
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2018-04-15
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faculty of Basic Medical Science - Libyan International Medical University
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Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by loss of contact with reality (psychosis), hallucinations
(usually, hearing voices), firmly held false beliefs (delusions), abnormal thinking and behavior, reduced
expression of emotion, diminishes motivation, a decline in mental function ( cognition), and problems in
daily functioning including work, social, relationships, and self-care.
It can be caused by hereditary and environmental factors and the diagnosis is based on symptoms.
It affects 1% of the population. Men and women are affected equally.
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