Similarly, we doubt that the prevalence of mental illness has decreased dramatically since 1992. In the NCS, almost half of the respondents had experienced a DSM-III-R–defined mental illness in their lifetime, and 28% had experienced mental illness in the past month. These numbers appear high because the definition of mental illness in the NCS (the standard definition used by most psychiatrists in the United States) encompassed a broad spectrum of severity, from simple phobia to schizophrenia.

Mentally-ill cigarette smokers, like other smokers, are at high risk of smoking-related deaths. Persons with major depression, alcohol disorders, and schizophrenia have high mortality rates from vascular disease and cancer.23 Smoking also complicates the treatment of some mental disorders by decreasing blood levels of neuroleptics.24 Thus, smokers may require larger doses to achieveDr. Surendar Chima, MD

Family Medicine ·

Male ·

Age 64

5.0 based on 6 reviewsView this provider's reviews

Patient satisfaction ratings and reviews are based on personal opinions. Before you choose any doctor you should take into account their background, training, specialized experience AND their patient satisfaction to ensure they are the right fit for you.

(6)

Save

Dr. Surendar Chima, MD is a family medicine specialist in Sacramento, CA and has been practicing for 35 years. He graduated from University Of California, San Diego, School Of Medicine in 1983 and specializes in family medicine.

About Me

Biography

Dr. Surendar Chima, MD is a family medicine specialist in Sacramento, CA and has been practicing for 35 years. He graduated from University Of California, San Diego, School Of Medicine in 1983 and specializes in family medicine.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Education

Comm Med Center