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Approximately what percentage of the world's population is estimated to have schizophrenia?

  • 10%
  • 0.3% - 0.7% (correct)
  • 4%
  • 1.5%
  • Which of the following is a common misconception about schizophrenia?

  • It can be treated with medication.
  • It affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
  • It relates to others.
  • It is the same as dissociative identity disorder. (correct)
  • What is the relationship between schizophrenia and aggression?

  • Individuals with schizophrenia are inherently violent.
  • Schizophrenia always causes violent behavior.
  • Schizophrenia is not related to aggressive behaviour.
  • Less than 5% of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia may engage in violence. (correct)
  • Which statement best describes the treatability of schizophrenia?

    <p>Schizophrenia can be managed with medication and therapy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas can schizophrenia affect?

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    Which of the following is NOT typically considered a risk factor for schizophrenia?

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    Which of the following best describes a delusion?

    <p>A fixed false belief that a person holds firmly. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a negative symptom of schizophrenia?

    <p>Lack of motivation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia?

    <p>Schizoaffective disorder includes symptoms of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best characterizes delusional disorder?

    <p>Experiencing fixed false beliefs for more than a month without other prominent psychotic symptoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-generation antipsychotics primarily work by blocking which neurotransmitter?

    <p>Dopamine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common side effect associated with second-generation (atypical) antipsychotics?

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    Which of the following is the primary mechanism of action of antidepressant medications?

    <p>Altering the balance of chemicals in the brain. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary target of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) in treating mental health conditions?

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    What is the main goal of psychoeducation in the treatment of schizophrenia?

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    What is the primary focus of forensic psychiatry?

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    Which of the following is NOT a common barrier to engagement in recreation therapy for individuals with schizophrenia?

    <p>Strong social support networks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy is recommended to address disorganized thinking, as an illness side effect, during recreation therapy sessions?

    <p>Using simple and consistent explanations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can Recreation Therapists do to offset the drowsiness side effect of medications?

    <p>Offer programs throughout the day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can recreation therapy programs address the stigma surrounding mental illness?

    <p>By advocating for education and awareness. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention is LEAST likely aimed at addressing a lack of resources as a barrier to engagement?

    <p>Increasing therapist intervention. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having staff with physical-related certifications like yoga or personal training in recreation therapy?

    <p>To improve client's physical skills. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to pre-plan with patients who have other time commitments, such as other therapeutic programs or school/work priorities?

    <p>To avoid scheduling conflicts and encourage healthy balances. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a PAR-Q form?

    <p>Physical Activity Clearance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention described is most likely a group activity involving music and memory?

    <p>Armchair Travel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a primary benefit of increased movement for individuals with schizophrenia?

    <p>Enhanced physical and psychological well-being (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key element increasingly recognized in the treatment of mental illness?

    <p>The importance of relaxation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a targeted goal of yoga sessions offered within the program?

    <p>Improve skills in the workplace (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk factor to be aware of when offering team sports as a therapeutic intervention?

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    What is a cognitive benefit associated with participation in team sports?

    <p>Improved problem solving, goal-setting skills and attention (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of goals are more likely to produce better results?

    <p>Goals that are conscious and specific (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of other staff members during Goal Setting sessions?

    <p>To provide input/support and encourage SMART goals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the targeted goals of creative expression activities?

    <p>To promote relaxation and mindfulness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element is crucial to track during Creative Expression sessions?

    <p>Art supply inventory for safety purposes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of community outings?

    <p>To promote community reintegration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Community outings provide which key opportunity for patients?

    <p>To practice their skills and generalize them to the social environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a factor considered when selecting outings for Recreation Therapy?

    <p>Patients interests/abilities; Cost &amp; location; Consideration for appropriateness of patient population / risk (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT an example of a community outing?

    <p>Hospital Visit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided patient quote, what is one therapeutic benefit of art and music?

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    What is a potential health benefit of yoga?

    <p>Positive effects on depression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Schizophrenia

    A complex mental illness affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

    Prevalence of Schizophrenia

    Schizophrenia occurs in 0.3% to 0.7% of the population globally.

    Common Myths

    Myths include believing schizophrenia is the same as multiple personalities.

    Aggression and Schizophrenia

    Less than 5% of people with schizophrenia engage in violence.

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    Treatment of Schizophrenia

    Schizophrenia can be treated with medication and therapy.

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    Positive Symptoms

    Symptoms that add to normal functioning, such as hallucinations and delusions.

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    Negative Symptoms

    Symptoms involving a decrease in normal functions, such as lack of pleasure and motivation.

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    Hallucinations

    Sensory experiences of things that aren’t actually present, like hearing or seeing things.

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    Delusions

    Firmly held false beliefs that persist despite evidence to the contrary.

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    Psychosis

    A condition indicating a loss of touch with reality, often involving hallucinations and delusions.

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    Antipsychotic Medications

    Medications used to reduce or relieve symptoms of psychosis.

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    Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

    A treatment involving electrical stimulation to the brain, used mainly for severe depression and other disorders.

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    Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

    Psychotherapy aimed at changing thought patterns that affect behavior and emotions.

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    Schizoaffective Disorder

    A mental disorder combining symptoms of schizophrenia with mood disorder symptoms like depression or mania.

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    Forensic Psychiatry

    A branch of psychiatry that deals with the interface of mental health and the law.

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    Barriers to Engagement

    Factors that prevent individuals from participating in therapy or programs.

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    Illness Side Effects

    Impairments caused by mental illness, impacting functionality.

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    Medication Side Effects

    Unwanted effects resulting from psychotropic medications.

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    Stigma

    Negative perceptions and discrimination against those with mental illness.

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    Lack of Resources

    Insufficient support systems such as social or financial assistance.

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    Developed Skills

    Essential social, leisure, and physical skills that may be lacking in individuals.

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    Other Time Commitments

    Conflicts that interfere with participation in therapy or leisure activities.

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    Take Home Considerations

    Factors to keep in mind when developing therapeutic programs.

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    Recreation Therapy Interventions

    Activities designed to promote recovery and improve quality of life.

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    Physical Benefits of Yoga

    Yoga improves flexibility, strength, and respiratory function, impacting overall well-being.

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    Psychological Benefits of Yoga

    Yoga reduces stress, anxiety, improves mood, and emotional regulation.

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    Team Sports Benefits

    Team sports develop social competence, impulse control, and cognitive skills.

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    Cognitive Benefits of Team Sports

    Improves problem-solving, attention, memory, and goal-setting skills.

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    Social Benefits of Team Sports

    Enhances social confidence, communication, and relationship skills.

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    Goal Setting Importance

    Integral for psychiatric rehabilitation, enhances motivation and self-efficacy.

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    SMART Goals

    Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound goals aid recovery.

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    Creative Expression Benefits

    Opens opportunities for personal expression and enhances positive emotions.

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    Art as Therapy

    Arts evoke emotional vulnerability, aiding understanding in those with schizophrenia.

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    Community Outings Purpose

    Promote reintegration and skill development for patients.

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    Outings Frequency

    Community outings are offered approximately 3 times a week.

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    Selection Criteria for Outings

    Consider patient interests, cost, location, and risk in outing planning.

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    Therapeutic Music and Art

    Listening to music and creating art are reported as calming and therapeutic.

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    Teamwork and Sportsmanship

    Encourages teamwork, collaboration, and fair play within sports activities.

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    Relational Skills through Sports

    Team sports improve interpersonal communication and social connections.

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    Study Notes

    Schizophrenia Overview

    • Schizophrenia is a complex mental illness impacting thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships with others.
    • It affects both men and women, slightly more common in men.
    • First symptoms typically appear in late teens/early twenties, often earlier in men.

    Prevalence and Myths

    • Schizophrenia affects approximately 0.3% - 0.7% of the world's population.
    • It's not accurate to say it affects every ethnicity, culture, and socio-economic group.
    • It does not cause multiple personalities; this is a different disorder.
    • Schizophrenia does not always cause aggression, less than 5% are violent.
    • Treatment with medication and therapy can be effective in managing symptoms. Recovery is possible.

    Causes and Risk Factors

    • Genetics (60% - 80%) play a significant role.
    • Brain development around birth and childhood is influential.
    • Trauma or life altering events can be factors.
    • Substance use in youth, including cannabis, can increase risk.
    • Environmental factors, like urban living, may contribute.

    Symptoms: Positive

    • Hallucinations (false sensory experiences, like hearing or seeing things that aren't there)
    • Delusions (false, fixed beliefs)
    • Confused thoughts
    • Disorganized speech
    • Trouble concentrating
    • Agitation
    • Anxiety

    Symptoms: Negative

    • Loss of/inability to experience pleasure
    • Trouble with speech
    • Restricted or flat affect (limited emotional expression)
    • Social withdrawal
    • Decreased desire to socialize
    • Lack of motivation
    • Difficulty sleeping

    Functional Impairment

    • Positive and negative Symptoms lead to problems functioning in daily life which contributes to a decrease in quality of life.

    Psychosis

    • A group of symptoms, including hallucinations and delusions, indicating loss of touch with reality.
    • Psychosis can be triggered by mental health conditions, substances, or other medical conditions, such as dementia or brain tumors.
    • Other symptoms include lack of focus, isolation, and poor hygiene.

    Other Spectrum Disorders

    • Schizoaffective Disorder: Combination of schizophrenia symptoms and mood disorders (like bipolar or depression).
    • Delusional Disorder: Characterized by false beliefs (delusions) lasting for more than a month but without hallucinations or other major psychotic symptoms.
    • Both disorders are categorized under the schizophrenia spectrum.

    Treatment Options

    • Medication (often first): Antipsychotic medications are frequently used to reduce psychotic symptoms.
    • Brain Stimulation Therapies: Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are used in some cases when medication doesn't work.
    • Psychosocial Therapies:
      • Psychoeducation: Improves understanding and insight into the illness.
      • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Helps manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
      • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Changes thought patterns and improves coping skills. CBT-P, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis helps with responses to hallucinations and delusions.

    Medication Types

    • Antipsychotic Medications: Reduce or relieve symptoms of psychosis. First generation (typical) antipsychotics block dopamine. Second generation (atypical) antipsychotics block dopamine and serotonin . Side effects vary but can include drowsiness, constipation, muscle stiffness, weight gain, dry mouth.
    • Antidepressant Medications: Affect brain chemicals. Types include Lexapro, Prozac, Zoloft. Side effects include jitteriness, dry mouth, nausea and weight gain.
    • These are just some types.

    Brain Stimulation Therapies

    • Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) are considered a last resort when medication doesn't work.

    Barriers to Engagement

    • Illness side effects (e.g., difficulty thinking or moving)
    • Medication side effects (e.g, drowsiness, weight gain)
    • Stigma (negative beliefs about mental illness)
    • Lack of resources (e.g., financial, social)
    • Lack of developed skills (e.g., social skills, life skills)
    • Other commitments (e.g., school, work, family)

    Recreation Therapy & Schizophrenia

    • Plays a major role in forensic psychiatry; involves treatment considerations, evidence-based programs, and community integration.
    • Forensic psychiatry focuses on the legal issues surrounding mental health conditions, including assessments for fitness to stand trial.
    • Community integration aims to help people with schizophrenia re-integrate into daily life and improve their overall well-being.

    Recreation Therapy Interventions

    • Yoga, Cricut, Photovoice, Team sports, Community Outings, Chair One Fitness, and Creative Expressions. Each intervention has specific targeted goals and benefits.

    Take Home Considerations and Activities

    • Considerations include program length, program variability, physical activity clearance, safety, and risk considerations.
    • Some suggestions for activities, such as yoga and team sports, are provided.

    Patient Quotes

    • Patient testimonials highlight the positive impacts of recreation therapy in reducing stress, increasing relaxation, and promoting self-discovery.

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