Atypical antipsychotics are much more effective at treating the positive symptoms of schizophrenia than are conventional antipsychotics.

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Atypical antipsychotics are known for being more effective at treating the negative symptoms of schizophrenia and having a lower risk of extrapyramidal side effects, while conventional antipsychotics are more traditionally associated with treating positive symptoms.

Atypical Antipsychotics Are Much More Effective at Treating the Positive