The main findings of this meta-analysis are that first-episode psychosis is associated with decreased total and LDL cholesterol levels but increased triglyceride
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How do lipids influence risk of violence, self-harm and suicidality in people with psychosis? A systematic review - Piyal Sen, Danielle Adewusi, Alexandra I Blakemore
Metabolic disorders are not well-recognized by psychiatrists as a possible source of secondary psychoses
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Common Lipitor side effects may include: pain in your bones, spine, joints, or muscles; pain and burning when you urinate, painful urination; muscle spasms; upset stomach; trouble with sleeping; stuffy nose, runny nose, sore throat; diarrhea, nausea; or
The short answer: Yes
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-5), you need to meet two of five diagnostic criteria in order to be diagnosed with schizophrenia
Atorvastatin is used together with a proper diet to lower cholesterol and triglyceride (fats) levels in the blood
This helps to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke
The question on self-reported psychosis, unlike those on self-reported symptoms of psychosis, asks respondents whether they have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or a related psychotic disorder by a doctor or other health professional
Treatment usually includes a combination of psychotherapy, case management, and medication
For change in HDL cholesterol, 22 studies compared ten different antipsychotics (7073 patients) with placebo (2189 patients)
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Patients with psychosis have an increased prevalence of hyperlipidemia
Psychosis can have several causes, such as mental health disorders reported that statin use was associated with reduced suicidal behaviour