Genetic Variations Reveal Which Patients Will Have Cognitive Benefits From Antipsychotic Medications
Antipsychotic medications are a cornerstone of treatment for schizophrenia and related disorders. They prevent hallucinations and delusions for most people, and for some, they also help reduce the cognitive impairments associated with these illnesses, such as problems with memory and attention. Now, researchers have identified a genetic factor that determines which patients are likely to experience cognitive benefits from antipsychotic medications.