Witless and Dangerous? – Challenging some assumptions of the ‘schizo’ paradigm
In Part 1, I looked at some evidence on ‘disappointing’ long-term outcomes for early intervention in psychosis (EIP) recipients, and also some findings on...
From the Dopamine Theory to the Outcomes Paradox
This is intended as the first part of a look at pathways and outcomes in ‘psychosis’ and ‘schizophrenia’. Here, I discuss some of what’s...
Challenging “schizophrenia” narratives in psychology textbooks
A new article published in Theory & Psychology investigates how the dominant narratives of people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia (PWDS) are constructed in Introductory Psychology...
From convenience to concern: ethical quandaries in mental health apps
In an era where there is increased demand for mental health treatment and psychotherapy remains elusive for many, a new study by Kamiel Verbeke...
Antidepressant use linked to sexual dysfunction, why aren’t prescribers discussing it?
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness surrounding the adverse long-term effects of antidepressants, particularly concerning treatment-emergent sexual dysfunction (TESD). A new study published...