A recent Canadian study (McMillan et al., 2009 ) examined the U.S. National Epidemiological Survey of Alcohol and Related Conditions. The researchers found the following regarding comorbid disorders among individuals with schizophrenia:
a) Comorbid personality disorders are common and impact the course and the clinical management of schizophrenia.
b) Treatment should include evaluation of co-occurring substance-use disorders (especially cannabis and alcohol dependence.)
c) Attention to associated mood (i.e., major depressive disorder) and anxiety syndromes may be important for optimal outcomes.
d) All of the above.
Question 2
Which of the following assesses changes in the autonomic nervous system?
a) Positron emission tomography (PET)
b) Event-related potentials (ERP)
c) Electrocardiogram
d) Luria-Nebraska battery