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Coping with schizophrenia : a guide for families / Kim T. Mueser, Susan Gingerich ; foreword by Harriet P. Lefley.

By: Contributor(s): Publication details: Oakland, Calif. : New Harbinger Pub., c1994.Description: xvii, 355 p. : ill. ; 23 cmISBN:
  • 1879237784 (pbk.)
  • 1879237792
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 616.89/82 21
LOC classification:
  • RC514 .M79 1994
Contents:
Pt. I. Introduction. An overview of schizophrenia -- Diagnosis and symtoms -- pt. II. Preventing relapses. Medication -- Early warning signs of relapse -- Community resources -- pt. III. Creating a supportive environment. Communicating effectively -- Solving problems -- Managing stress -- Establishing household rules -- pt. IV. Specific problems. Persistent positive and negative symptoms -- Depression and anxiety -- Alcohol and drug abuse -- Preventing and responding to crises -- pt. V. Looking ahead. Improving quality of life -- The importance of siblings -- Planning your relative's future.
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Book Book MHERC Schizophrenia 616.89/82 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available A guide for families - provides a complete overview of the illness, a clear explanation of the treatment choices, and a guide to resources for families. A4129793X
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [337]-355).

Pt. I. Introduction. An overview of schizophrenia -- Diagnosis and symtoms -- pt. II. Preventing relapses. Medication -- Early warning signs of relapse -- Community resources -- pt. III. Creating a supportive environment. Communicating effectively -- Solving problems -- Managing stress -- Establishing household rules -- pt. IV. Specific problems. Persistent positive and negative symptoms -- Depression and anxiety -- Alcohol and drug abuse -- Preventing and responding to crises -- pt. V. Looking ahead. Improving quality of life -- The importance of siblings -- Planning your relative's future.