Crystal Hopkins, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BCMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, discusses schizophrenia as a mental disorder that presents many challenges for care providers, including treating with patients who exhibit persecutory delusions, substance-use disorders, and increased medication noncompliance; these challenges vary from patient to patient. Lack of medication efficacy and the stress and side effects of said medication can also impact the success of care, as well as environmental factors such as caregiver support, cost of care, and socioeconomic status. Finally, the inability to establish a therapeutic alliance or rapport with patients must be addressed.
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