Identification and Management of Schizophrenia in Childhood |
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| Authors: | Louise T. Lambert EdD RN CS LPC |
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| Affiliation: | School of Nursing, University of Louisiana at Monroe, USA. nulambert@ulm.edu |
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| Abstract: | TOPIC: The identification and management of schizophrenia in childhood. PURPOSE: To provide an overview of what is currently known about childhood schizophrenia. SOURCES: Published literature and personal observations and experiences. CONCLUSIONS: Early identification and treatment of childhood schizophrenia are critical, and more research and education on the part of all mental health professionals are needed in order to identify, provide treatment, and/or make referrals for children with this serious mental disorder. |
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