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A detailed assessment by a psychiatrist or specialist nurse is part of the diagnosis process.
A member of the CMHT team, usually a psychiatrist or a specialist nurse, will carry out a more detailed assessment of your symptoms. They'll also want to know your personal history and current circumstances.
Service · Procedural statement · From Diagnosis - Schizophrenia, [page]
Community Mental Health Teams include various professionals to support complex mental health conditions.
CMHTs are made up of different mental health professionals who support people with complex mental health conditions.
Service · Observational claim · From Diagnosis - Schizophrenia, [page]
GPs assess symptoms and refer to CMHT if schizophrenia is suspected.
If a diagnosis of schizophrenia is suspected, the GP should refer you to your local community mental health team (CMHT).
Service · Procedural statement · From Diagnosis - Schizophrenia, [page]
Early diagnosis of schizophrenia leads to better outcomes.
The earlier schizophrenia is treated, the better.
Service · Observational claim · From Diagnosis - Schizophrenia, [page]
Schizophrenia is diagnosed after assessment by a mental health specialist.
There's no single test for schizophrenia and the condition is usually diagnosed after assessment by a specialist in mental health.
Service · Observational claim · From Diagnosis - Schizophrenia, [page]
Carers of people with schizophrenia should seek support to manage their own well-being.
As well as supporting the person with schizophrenia, you may want to get support to cope with your own feelings. Several voluntary organisations provide help and support for carers.
Service · Stakeholder position · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Immediate professional help should be sought if someone with schizophrenia shows signs of suicidal thoughts.
If you see any of these warning signs: get professional help for the person, such as from a crisis resolution team or the duty psychiatrist at your local A&E department
Service · Procedural statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Warning signs of suicide should be taken seriously in people with schizophrenia and depression.
The warning signs that people with depression and schizophrenia may be considering suicide include:
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Depression symptoms in people with schizophrenia should be treated promptly to prevent worsening mental health issues.
If depression is not treated, it can worsen and lead to suicidal thoughts.
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
People with schizophrenia have an increased risk of suicide compared to the general population.
People with schizophrenia have increased risk of suicide then the general population.
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Nearest relatives have rights to request hospital detention for a person with schizophrenia if necessary.
These include requesting that the local social services authority ask an approved mental health professional to consider whether the person with schizophrenia should be detained in hospital.
Policy · Procedural statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Family therapy can be offered as part of treatment to help the person with schizophrenia and their family.
As part of someone's treatment, you may be offered family therapy. This can provide information and support for the person with schizophrenia and their family.
Service · Procedural statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Support groups and charities provide mutual support for people with schizophrenia and their families.
Charities and support groups allow individuals and families to share experiences and coping strategies, campaign for better services, and provide support.
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Financial support is available for those unable to work due to their mental illness, such as Incapacity Benefit.
If you're unable to work as a result of your mental illness, you're entitled to financial support, such as Incapacity Benefit.
Financial · Funding statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Employers must make reasonable adjustments for employees diagnosed with schizophrenia under the Equality Act 2010.
Under the Equality Act 2010, all employers must make reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities, including people diagnosed with schizophrenia or other mental illnesses.
Policy · Policy statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Community mental health teams provide assessment, treatment and social care for people with schizophrenia.
- community mental health teams (CMHTs) – these provide the main part of local specialist mental health services, and offer assessment, treatment and social care to people living with schizophrenia and other mental illnesses
Service · Procedural statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Regular alcohol consumption or drug use can worsen symptoms of schizophrenia.
Regularly drinking more than the recommended amount of alcohol or using illegal drugs can trigger psychosis and make symptoms of schizophrenia worse. Alcohol and drug use can also cause other mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety as well as causing damage to your physical health.
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Stopping smoking can improve mental health for people with schizophrenia and reduce physical health risks.
Stopping smoking has been shown to improve the mental health of people with schizophrenia. It also reduces your risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke.
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Annual health checks are recommended for people with severe mental health conditions to monitor physical health risks.
You should have a check-up with a GP at least once a year to monitor your risk of developing cardiovascular disease or diabetes. This will include recording your weight, checking your blood pressure, and having any appropriate blood tests.
Service · Procedural statement · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]
Continuous medication can help prevent relapses in schizophrenia patients.
It's important to take your medicine as prescribed, even if you start to feel better. Continuous medicine can help prevent relapses.
Service · Observational claim · From Living with - Schizophrenia, [page]