Important Issues in the Drug Treatment of Schizophrenia
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- 1 January 1980
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Schizophrenia Bulletin
- Vol. 6 (1) , 70-87
- https://doi.org/10.1093/schbul/6.1.70
Abstract
The large body of research demonstrating the effectiveness of antipsychotic drugs in the treatment of acute schizophrenia is selectively reviewed. Research evidence relevant to the following issues is assessed; indications for selective treatment; characteristics of drug responders and nonresponders; indications for high dosage phenothiazine treatment; indications for maintenance therapy; benefits and risks of antipsychotic drugs. Recommendations are made concerning areas of psychopharmacologic research that require further development.Keywords
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