Research has indicated that providing low doses of antipsychotics and other measures to youths at greater risk of schizophrenia can reduce the emergence of the disorder. Are there any downsides to this approach?
What will be an ideal response?
Yes. It provides treatment by potentially harmful antipsychotics to many individuals who would never have gone on to develop the disorder. Given that the side effects of these medications are so severe, including extrapyramidal side effects for conventional (and to a lesser degree, atypical) antipsychotics, significant weight gain and sedation, there are drawbacks to this approach that should be considered as well.
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a. self-observation generalities b. self-efficacy c. self-concept d. self-esteem e. none of the above
Cognitive functioning, social-emotional functioning, and typical peer interactions are all ________________ considerations for interviewing children
a. developmental b. professional c. ethical d. inappropriate e. false
What is the leading cause of death among physically abused children?
a. drowning b. abusive head trauma c. broken bones d. internal injuries
When a counselor asks, "Can you say more about what you mean by feeling angry?" This is an example of _____________________
a. clarifying b. summarizing c. listening d. reflecting