‘SNL’ star Pete Davidson says ‘there’s no shame in the medicine game’

A 2015 study found that only 50 percent of people diagnosed with schizophrenia adhered to their treatment regimen despite the fact that antipsychotic medications effectively control psychotic symptoms in 70 percent to 80 percent of schizophrenics. In a separate study, 10 percent to 60 percent of patients claimed that they did not take their antidepressants regularly, and after 40 days most claim to stop taking the medication altogether, even if the response to the drug is positive.

Poor compliance is seen more quickly if there are side effects or if the condition worsens or doesn’t improve.

“Cost, side effects, personal beliefs, lack of social support and [other] substance abuse are all contributing factors that might make it difficult for people to take medication even if they are open to the idea,” said Preston.

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