Psychology Antipsychotics Discussion

In “Beyond the Brain,” Luhrmann  (2012) challenges the  notion that psychiatric disorders are merely disorders of  the brain.  Luhrmann emphasizes the poor track record of psychotic disorder   treatment, especially treatment of schizophrenia. She suggests and  provides  justification for the idea that many other factors such as  sociocultural  factors contribute to mental illness and, thus, should be  addressed in  treatment.

For this Discussion, you consider  what you have learned  about the use of antipsychotics in treatment and consider  ways that  treatment might be improved.

Write your perspective on  what has been  inappropriate or ineffective about how antipsychotics have been  used in  treatment. Include issues such as appropriate diagnosis, dosages, and  informed  consent regarding side effects, and sociocultural factors in  prescribing.  Suggest two strategies that you might use to address one  or more of these  problems, explaining why these strategies might help.