Memories of childhood neglect and abuse: corroboration in a series of sisters

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A study on memories of childhood neglect and abuse was conducted using a corroboration in a series of sisters. The study made use of reports from community-based sister-pairs, selected due to its high rate of neglect during childhood. Results of concordance reflected the degree by which experience was shared and judged through the comparison of the sisters' stories. It was discovered that sexual abuse is the most common abusive experience.

Child abuse, Memory, Adult child abuse victims, Psychological abuse

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Practitioner review: treatment of schizophrenia in childhood and adolescence

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to analyze treatment and management strategies associated with schizophrenia during childhood and adolescence. Changes to the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia were analyzed, including the prevalence of the disease in the adult population. Results indicated the need for rehabilitation and vocational measures designed to promote treatment and the use of clozapine in treatment-resistant cases.

Care and treatment, Mental health, Schizophrenia, Antipsychotic drugs, Antipsychotic agents, Adolescence, Schizophrenia in children, Childhood schizophrenia

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