[Acute Treatment Of Schizophrenia]. / Akutbehandlung der Schizophrenie.

ABSTRACT

Schizophrenia is one of the most common, most severe and most costly mental illnesses in adults. In the acute phase, sufferers usually experience massive anxiety and a high level of distress due to their altered perception. If the symptoms are severe, psychiatric emergencies can arise. The earliest possible antipsychotic treatment, which is felt to be appropriate by those affected, is essential for acute treatment.