Michael Fuller Guest Lecture on Schizophrenia

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts discussed in Michael Fuller's guest lecture on schizophrenia, focusing on criteria, symptoms, treatments, and relevant theories.

Criteria for Schizophrenia

Two or more symptoms lasting for more than 6 months, including delusions, hallucinations, or disorganized speech.

Delusions

False beliefs that are not based in reality, often found in schizophrenia.

Hallucinations

Sensory experiences without an external stimulus, most commonly auditory in schizophrenia.

Disorganized Speech

Speech that is incoherent or lacks logical flow, often associated with schizophrenia.

Echolalia

Repeating what someone else says, often seen in disorganized speech.

Derailment

A speech pattern in which ideas slip off track, common in schizophrenia.

Catatonia

A state of unresponsiveness with abnormal behavior and movement, can indicate an underlying disorder.

Akinetic/Hypokinetic Catatonia

The most common type of catatonia characterized by a lack of movement.

Negative Symptoms

Symptoms of schizophrenia that reflect a decrease in normal functions, such as lack of emotion or social withdrawal.

Pathophysiology of Schizophrenia

Involves dopamine dysregulation, particularly targeting dopamine D2 receptors.

Dopamine Therapy

The well-known theory that increased dopamine levels are associated with psychotic symptoms.

Medical Causes of Psychosis

Examples include cannabis and methamphetamines, which can contribute to psychotic episodes.

1st Generation Antipsychotics

Medications like Haloperidol and Chlorpromazine used to treat schizophrenia, with varying potency.

Hyperprolactinemia

A condition caused by antipsychotic medications that can lead to lactation.

Tardive Dyskinesia

A serious side effect of long-term antipsychotic medication characterized by involuntary movements.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

A treatment method used since 1938 for various mental disorders including schizophrenia.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

A therapeutic approach to reduce symptoms of schizophrenia and prevent relapse.

Assertive Community Treatment

A holistic approach to support individuals with schizophrenia in community settings.