Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It is a severe mental illness that can profoundly impact an individual's life.
- Schizophrenia affects approximately 1% of the global population.
- It is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
- Symptoms of schizophrenia can include hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, and disorganized behavior.
- It is believed that genetic and environmental factors cause schizophrenia.
- It is a treatable disorder, and treatment typically includes antipsychotic medications and psychosocial interventions.
- People with schizophrenia may experience difficulty functioning daily, including difficulty in social relationships and employment.
- Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the severity of symptoms and improve quality of life.
- People with schizophrenia may also experience depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
- People with schizophrenia may have difficulty recognizing reality, thinking logically, and expressing normal emotions.
- Childhood experiences, bad parenting, or lack of willpower do not cause schizophrenia.
