NSB303 Partnerships: Schizophrenia - Risk Factors and Health Promotion
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This report provides an overview of schizophrenia, discussing its symptoms, prevalence, and impact on individuals. It identifies genetic and environmental risk factors, including family history, substance abuse, stress, and obstetric complications. Protective factors such as clear communication, healthy rearing patterns, and good school performance are also highlighted. The report emphasizes the importance of lifestyle modifications, continuous treatment with antipsychotic medications and psychotherapy, and the adoption of a biopsychosocial holistic care model to promote health and wellness. Specific strategies include client education, spiritual support, self-management techniques, engagement in secure professional relationships, meaningful employment, social contacts, and positive reinforcement. The report also recommends several digital health resources for further information and support.