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Schizophrenia
Low drive and withdrawal are often the hardest parts of schizophrenia for medication to reach. At VieClinic, we add tDCS to your current care; in a trial of 100 outpatients, 40% responded, compared with 4% on placebo.
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that affects how someone thinks, feels, and interacts with the world. It is often misunderstood and is more than just “hearing voices” or “having unusual thoughts.” For those living with schizophrenia, everyday life can become challenging, affecting relationships, work, and even self-care. Although schizophrenia is a lifelong condition, with the right treatment and support, individuals can live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
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More Drive and Engagement
In a trial of 100 outpatients, 40% responded to tDCS for negative symptoms such as low drive and withdrawal, compared with 4% on sham.
Benefits Held at Follow-Up
In the same trial, the improvement in negative symptoms was still present at the 12-week follow-up.
Several Options Compared
A review of 48 trials found theta burst TMS and tDCS reduced negative symptoms more than sham, with no more dropouts.
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tDCS
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
Non-invasive techniques
A low electrical current over the front of the brain, aimed at negative symptoms such as low drive, flat mood and withdrawal. Used alongside medication, not instead of it.
rtms
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Non-invasive techniques
Magnetic pulses to the left front of the brain, used for negative symptoms. Theta burst protocols showed the largest effects in pooled trials.
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Medications
Schizophrenia is treatable, and effective management often involves a combination of medications, therapy, and support. Medications are essential for managing schizophrenia. Different medications target different symptoms:
First-Generation Antipsychotics
Effective for positive symptoms but may cause side effects like movement problems. (e.g., Haloperidol)
Second-Generation Antipsychotics
Address both positive and negative symptoms but may cause weight gain and metabolic changes. (e.g., Risperidone)
Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics
Ideal for those who have trouble taking daily medications, as these injections only need to be administered periodically. (e.g., Aripiprazole)
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Posible symptoms
Schizophrenia manifests in various ways, with symptoms divided into three main categories:
Positive Symptoms
These symptoms add something extra to a person’s experience, such as:
- Hallucinations (e.g., hearing voices)
- Delusions (believing things that are not true)
- Disorganized speech or behaviour
Negative Symptoms
These symptoms reflect a loss or absence of certain abilities, such as:
- Lack of motivation
- Difficulty connecting with others
- Emotional flatness or showing little emotion
- Social withdrawal
Cognitive Symptoms
Schizophrenia can also affect memory, decision-making, and concentration, making tasks like remembering something or staying focused on a conversation more difficult.
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