Ted has schizophrenia.He has not responded favorably to traditional antipsychotics and still has several negative symptoms of schizophrenia.In looking for a new treatment, his psychiatrist is most likely going to suggest

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Since Ted has not responded to traditional antipsychotics, his psychiatrist is likely to suggest a newer antipsychotic such as clozapine, which has been found to be effective in treating both positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia. The other options (benzodiazepine, older antipsychotic, lithium) are not typically used as first-line treatments for schizophrenia or for negative symptoms.

Ted Has Schizophrenia