Compared to conventional antipsychotics, atypical antipsychotics appear to be _____ effective at treating the _____ symptoms of schizophrenia.

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Atypical antipsychotics have been found to be more effective at treating the negative symptoms of schizophrenia, such as avolition, alogia, and anhedonia, compared to conventional antipsychotics. However, they are not necessarily more effective at treating the positive symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions.

Compared to Conventional Antipsychotics, Atypical Antipsychotics Appear to Be _____