About schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder are serious, long-term mental health conditions that can greatly impact a person’s life as well as the lives of their friends and family members.
These conditions may make it difficult to think clearly, manage emotions and function in daily activities.
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Medications for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder
The current therapies for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder generally involve taking medication daily, which can be a hard schedule to maintain. Additionally, the only long-acting medicines for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder currently require an injection. This is why the Starlyng-1 study is researching a once-weekly oral capsule in adults with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.
Resources
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If you or someone you know is suicidal or experiencing a mental health emergency, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
4 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). (n.d.) Schizoaffective Disorder. https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Schizoaffective-Disorder
5 Goldstone, L.W. (2020). Unmet medical needs and other challenges in the treatment of patients with schizophrenia. The American Journal of Managed Care, 26(3). https://www.ajmc.com/view/unmet-medical-needs-and-other-challenges-in-the-treatment-of-patients-with-schizophrenia-