New research identifies critical gaps in mental health care for adults with schizophrenia spectrum disorders

New research finds that adults with schizophrenia spectrum disorders have high rates of comorbid mental and substance use disorders and significant social and economic disadvantages, and only 26% received minimally adequate treatment. Meeting the needs of people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders will require innovative interventions and implementation to improve access to and use of evidence-based approaches, the authors argue.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923135606.htm