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Mental illness and metabolic health approaches

Abstract

Introduction of a GFCF diet helps reduce psychotic symptoms, and gives another option for patients resistant to traditional treatment methods. Additionally, this diet provides a more holistic approach to treatment (augmenting medication therapy), reduces hospital stays, and improves outcomes.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Authors

Yolanta Kreklow

Author Details

Yolanta Kreklow, PMC, PMHNP, University of St. Francis, Joliet, Illinois, Streamwood, Illinois, USA

Sigma Membership

Tau Kappa at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

University of St. Francis, Joliet, Illinois, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Autism, Gluten-free, Casein-free Diet (GFCF), Schizophrenia

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Evidence-based practice: Introduction of a gluten-free and casein-free diet to alleviate psychotic symptoms

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Introduction of a GFCF diet helps reduce psychotic symptoms, and gives another option for patients resistant to traditional treatment methods. Additionally, this diet provides a more holistic approach to treatment (augmenting medication therapy), reduces hospital stays, and improves outcomes.