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Schizophrenia Mental Disorder

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Schizophrenia is a serious mental It changes how people think, changes how they see things, and makes their emotions seem weaker.

It usually starts in the teens and 20s. It’s not usually diagnosed before age 12 and after age 40.

A person with schizophrenia may have trouble handling their feelings. They may find it hard to make decisions or relate to others.

Some symptoms of schizophrenia may include:

  • Hearing or seeing things that are not real
  • Believing in something that is not real or true
  • Belief that someone or something is a threat
  • Can’t think clearly or stay on topic
  • Being unaware of having an illness
  • Creating meaningless words
  • Lacking feeling or emotional flatness
  • Not being able to start or finish activities
  • No interest in pleasurable things or life
  • Trouble with arranging tasks and self-care

Treatment for schizophrenia.

Treatment helps support people with schizophrenia and their families. Doctors and mental health workers should work together to track how the person is doing.

Antipsychotic medications are used to help take care of many of the symptoms of the illness. It’s important that someone taking medication is monitored regularly.

Call our mental health team toll-free at 1-800-873-2246, TTY 711. You can learn more about schizophrenia.

Know someone with schizophrenia?

You can help by encouraging them to keep up treatment. It can help take care of their symptoms and limit damage caused by the illness.

We understand the importance of a balanced and healthy life. Our behavioral health team is available to help during these difficult times. Call us toll-free at 1-800-873-2246, TTY 711. Any personal information you share will stay private.