1st Edition
Controversies in Schizophrenia Issues, Causes, and Treatment
By Michael Farrell
Copyright 2024
190 Pages
1 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
190 Pages
1 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
190 Pages
1 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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Examining timely debates around contentious topics in schizophrenia, Controversies in Schizophrenia demonstrates that while some criticisms of psychiatry are pertinent, many are flawed.
Drawing on diverse sources including personal accounts of people with schizophrenia, reports, and psychiatric guidance, this book conceptualises schizophrenia in the context of other psychotic disorders, in... Read more
1. Introduction 2. Categories, Continua and Relativism 3. A Biopsychosocial Perspective of Schizophrenia 4. Stigma and Schizophrenia 5. Genetics and Schizophrenia 6. Brain Anomalies in Schizophrenia 7. Neurochemical Factors in Schizophrenia 8. Antipsychotics 9. The Continuing Role of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) 10. Involuntary Hospitalisation and Treatment 11. Challenges and Criticisms 12. Further Criticisms
Biography
Michael Farrell managed a UK-wide psychometric project for City University, London and directed a national initial teacher-training project for the UK Government Department of Education; for over a decade, he led teams inspecting mainstream and special schools and units (boarding, day, hospital, psychiatric). Currently, he works as a private consultant with a range of clients and has lectured and provided consultancy services worldwide.
