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Treating Schizophrenia — Symptoms, Causes, and Evidence-Based Treatments Explained | Chapter 12 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology Schizophrenia is a chronic psychotic disorder marked by profound distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, and behavior. In Chapter 12 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology , we examine the full spectrum of schizophrenia and related disorders, explore genetic and neurobiological causes, and review both pharmacological and psychosocial treatment strategies. This comprehensive guide will deepen your understanding and aid your exam preparation. Watch the Chapter Summary Prefer an audio-visual overview? Subscribe to Last Minute Lecture and watch the full Chapter 12 summary below. Symptoms & Clinical Presentation Positive Symptoms Delusions: Fixed, false beliefs resistant to contradictory evidence (e.g., persecution, Capgras syndrome). Hallucinations: Sensory experiences without external stimuli, most commonly auditory voices. ...

OCD vs. Psychotic Disorders — Chapter 10 Summary from Clinical Psychopharmacology for Therapists Chapter 10 of Clinical Psychopharmacology for Therapists explores two complex categories of mental illness: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and psychotic disorders. This chapter delves into the biological, psychological, and behavioral characteristics that distinguish these conditions, and offers insights into effective treatment strategies—from SSRIs and antipsychotics to behavioral therapies like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Watch the full episode above to gain clarity on the neurobiological roots of OCD and psychosis, and how to manage them in clinical practice. Don’t forget to subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more expert textbook summaries and psychopharmacology breakdowns. Understanding OCD: Obsessions, Compulsions, and Neurobiology Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is characterized by persistent, intrusive thoughts ( obsessions ) and ritualistic behaviors ( ...