Improving care for cognitive impairment in schizophrenia: current perspectives and opportunities in Portugal (a consensus development conference) (opens in new tab)

BackgroundCognitive impairment is a key contributor to the functional disability seen in schizophrenia, yet it remains one of the most underdiagnosed and poorly managed aspects of the disorder. In Portugal, schizophrenia imposes a significant socio-economic burden, with notable gaps in the assessment and treatment of cognitive impairment.MethodA panel of Portuguese healthcare professionals, including six psychiatrists with clinical and academic expertise, a neuropsychologist, a psychiatric nu...