“Addressing Social Determinants of Health and Unmet Needs in Schizophrenia”

Panelists discuss how factors like poverty, unstable housing, limited education, and lack of access to health care contribute to poor outcomes in schizophrenia. Social determinants influence disease progression and treatment success as strongly as pharmacologic factors.

Panelists discuss how unmet needs persist in the realms of psychosocial rehabilitation, employment support, and community reintegration. Many patients remain socially marginalized, leading to reduced motivation and heightened relapse risk.

Panelists discuss how integrating social services, case management, and policy advocacy into clinical care can improve equity. The discussion highlights the need for public investment in programs that address these systemic disparities.