assignment

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Ashton, a college student of Caucasian descent, is 21 years old and has problems with body odor, an absence of emotions, and hallucinations. He is thinking so much that it is beginning to damage his academic performance, which is already declining. He believes his roommates are constantly keeping tabs on him and spying on him. The American Psychiatric Association (2013) suggests that his hallucinations, delusions, and scattered thoughts indicate schizophrenia. As a last option, Ashton locked himself in his room and barred his roommates from entering so he may avoid being "monitored" by them.

While prescribing medicine to a person with schizophrenia may help them feel better and control their dopamine receptors, there is always the potential for unwanted side effects, as with any prescription (Getzfeld, 2018). Movement disorders are a possible side effect of several antipsychotic drugs used to treat schizophrenia (Getzfeld,2018). Medication has the potential to aid these people, but it also carries the risk of fostering an addiction that may lead to further substance usage.

Significant progress may be made in treating schizophrenia via therapy, which also benefits family members by providing them with constant support and education. Helping the patient and their loved ones comprehend the root causes of their symptoms so that the former may take charge of their health and the latter may give necessary treatment when the time comes are two of the most important goals of psychosocial support. When medicine and CBT are used together, they may effectively reduce symptoms and facilitate positive behavioral changes.

As with physical health issues like cancer and heart disease, I believe that mental health deserves equal attention. Insurance should cover mental health matters since they are essential and might have physical consequences. No one is to fault for developing these conditions. Some persons with these diseases may not be able to care for themselves and might require support during the treatment process; therefore, this should be a part of the plan.

References

American Psychiatric Association (APA). (2013). Diagnostic and statistical ma nual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing.

Getzfeld A. (2018). Abnormal Psychology (2nd ed.). Retrieved from  https://doi.contentashford.edu/