title: Four conceptualizations of schizophrenia as models for treatment.
abstract: As debate continues about the origins and treatment of schizophrenia, the disorder remains a major public health problem both here and abroad. This overview presents four distinct perspectives on schizophrenia, examines the evidence for and against each, and explores implications for treatment. A view of the disorder from a broad perspective is emphasized for effective social work intervention.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D019965:Neurocognitive Disorders / Q000628:therapy; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000628:therapy*; D012565:Schizophrenic Psychology; D012917:Social Adjustment; D012931:Social Environment; D012949:Social Work, Psychiatric