Factors associated with complete discontinuation of medication among patients with schizophrenia in the year after hospital discharge

Volume: 250, Pages: 129 - 135
Published: Apr 1, 2017
Abstract
Medication discontinuation is a major risk factor for relapse in schizophrenic patients. The present study investigated the rate and clinical correlates of complete medication discontinuation in the year after hospital discharge. Data collected from 236 schizophrenia patients who were prescribed anti-psychotics documented socio-demographic characteristics, symptom severity, insight, and attitudes towards medication in the week before their...
Paper Details
Title
Factors associated with complete discontinuation of medication among patients with schizophrenia in the year after hospital discharge
Published Date
Apr 1, 2017
Volume
250
Pages
129 - 135
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