Symposium on Schizophrenia

Timestamp

Topic

Topics & Learning objectives

Facilitator

09:00-09:10

Arrival

09:10-09:30

Introductory session

Dr Aikaterini Dima

09:30-10:45

Advances in schizophrenia treatment

• Describe the pharmacological treatment options for schizophrenia, including treatment-resistant
• Identify key considerations in medication selection, including side effects and physical health concerns
• Identify patients that may benefit from clozapine, and when this medication should be considered

Professor Fiona Gaughran

10:45-11:00

Break

11:00-12:30

Nursing interventions in schizophrenia

• Describe effective strategies to empower patients with schizophrenia
• Practice techniques and skills necessary to build therapeutic rapport with patients with schizophrenia
• Describe the reasons for using and IM clozapine and the process for administration

Ms Madelaine Bridges, Dr Aikaterini Dima

12:30-13:15

Lunch

13:15-14:30

Role of occupational therapy (OT) and physiotherapy

• Explain the importance of rehabilitation in schizophrenia
• Describe the role and scope of OT and physiotherapy in mental illness and when/how patients may benefit
• Compare and contrast best practices to encourage behavioural activation and engagement
• Compare and contrast best practices to promote rehabilitation

Ms Henrietta Webb-Wilson, Ms Hope Anderson

14:30-14:45

Break

14:45-16:15

Psychological therapy in schizophrenia

• Recognise the value of different psychotherapeutic interventions in the treatment of schizophrenia
• Discuss and identify personal areas for improvement in interactions with the patient
• Practice and implement psychotherapy-based techniques during patient interactions

Dr Alison Mulligan, Dr Anna-Elsa Hildebrand

16:15-16:30

Summary & Feedback

Dr Aikaterini Dima