Treating negative symptoms of schizophrenia: current approaches and future perspectives
Oliver Howes, Paolo Fusar‐Poli, Martin Osugo
Abstract
Negative symptoms are core symptoms of schizophrenia which are common throughout the course of the illness. We outline their functional impact, before reviewing the latest research and guidelines on their assessment and treatment. Finally, we discuss conceptual issues related to measurement of negative symptoms and approaches to address these.
Topics & Concepts
Schizophrenia (object-oriented programming)Negative symptomPsychologyPsychiatryMedicineClinical psychologyPsychotherapistPsychosisSchizophrenia research and treatmentMental Health and PsychiatryMental Health Research Topics