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Schizoaffective disorder alters how people feel, think, and act. When left untreated, the condition can make it challenging to function at school, work, or in social settings. People with schizoaffective disorder may require assistance and support to live their lives. Treatment can help them handle symptoms and enhance their quality of life. Bournewood Health Systems applies evidence-based schizoaffective disorder treatments in Massachusetts to help individuals better manage their symptoms and lead more fulfilling lives.
Schizoaffective disorder is a mental health condition that combines a mix of schizophrenia symptoms, like delusions, and mood disorder symptoms like mania and depression.
The two types of schizoaffective disorder are:
Bipolar type: This type includes bouts of hypomania or mania and sometimes major depression
Depressive type: which includes only major depressive bouts
Our schizoaffective disorder programs in Massachusetts are designed to help individuals with either type of schizoaffective disorder.
With over a century of experience as a schizoaffective disorder rehab in Massachusetts, Bournewood understands that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. We offer a range of treatment modalities that are personalized for the needs of the individual receiving care. Here are some examples of the care components we offer as part of our Schizoaffective disorder services:
Individual and group therapy: Our group therapy provides a safe space to connect over shared experiences, and our individual sessions make room for self-exploration.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is an evidence-based treatment that has shown consistent efficacy in individuals experiencing psychosis. We use CBT to improve emotional regulation and coping skills and help individuals work through unhealthy thought patterns.
Safety planning: We offer safety planning to help individuals manage crises and identify warning signs of psychosis and feel more empowered in their treatment.
Medication management: Our team works closely to manage medications, such as antipsychotics and mood stabilizers, to support stability, safety, and recovery efforts.
Family education and support: We involve families and loved ones in the process by providing education, resources, and encouragement for ongoing understanding and support.
Find Compassionate Treatment With Bournewood Health SystemsIf you’re looking for help with schizoaffective disorder in Massachusetts, Bournewood is dedicated to providing personalized treatment to support you. We understand the importance of prompt treatment, so our intake specialists are available 24/7 to answer your call and help you start your journey toward recovery.
Contact us to get the compassionate residential treatment for schizoaffective disorder in Massachusetts you need.
Here are some commonly asked questions about schizoaffective disorder:
Schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia can cause psychosis, but you may also have prominent mood symptoms with schizoaffective disorder, which isn’t common with schizophrenia. Schizoaffective disorder causes consistent mood disturbances along with psychotic symptoms.
Schizoaffective disorder typically has a later onset with a more episodic course. Schizophrenia typically presents in late adolescence or early adulthood and follows a more deteriorating and chronic course.
Both schizoaffective disorder and bipolar disorder induce bouts of depression preceded by intense cycles of mania, and can also often include symptoms of psychosis. With bipolar disorder, psychotic symptoms usually only happen during manic or depressive episodes, whereas with schizoaffective disorder, they can occur even when mood symptoms are absent.
This website is not intended to give clinical or medical advice. If you are experiencing an emergency or crisis, please go to your nearest hospital Emergency Department or call 911.