Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a chronic disorder that affects thinking, emotions, and behavior, often involving psychosis. With treatment, individuals can manage symptoms and improve their quality of life.

Symptoms

• Positive Symptoms: Hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, erratic behavior
• Negative Symptoms: Flattened emotions, social withdrawal, loss of motivation
• Cognitive Symptoms: Difficulty with concentration, memory, and decision-making

Treatment

• Antipsychotics: Reduce psychotic symptoms, with long-acting options for better adherence
• Psychotherapy: CBT for Psychosis to challenge distorted thoughts
• Social Skills Training: Improves communication and daily functioning
• Family Therapy: Supports a healthy home environment
• Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC): A team-based approach, effective early in diagnosis