Schizophrenia is a mental illness that produces a significant amount of disability. While antipsychotic treatments and medications have proven to be extremely effective, for many people there is an important piece missing in their recovery. Shaun Eack, the James and Noel Browne Chair and professor of social work and of psychiatry, focuses his work on how we can support patients with schizophrenia beyond medication.
“People with schizophrenia are incredibly intelligent, but the way the condition affects the brain can cause a lot of challenges,” says Eack. “If we can address some of these cognitive challenges, such as difficulty paying attention at work or school, which are unaddressed by current medications, we could help individuals go further in their recovery.” Read more in Pittwire