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Medical ReferenceRelated to Schizophrenia

31. Schizophrenia - Topic Overview
    
    As a family member or close friend,you may help take care of your loved one who has schizophrenia. You can help your loved one stay in treatment,take his or her medicines,and prevent symptoms from coming back ( relapse ). Along the way,be sure to take care of yourself too. It can be hard to watch a family member who was once happily planning for the future develop symptoms of confusion and ...
    
32. Schizophrenia - Topic Overview
    
    Schizophrenia in children younger than 15 years of age is rare. Sometimes autism,depression,anxiety,or other conditions are confused with childhood schizophrenia. In general,the condition develops slowly. The child usually starts by having problems in school,at home,and in social situations. Children with schizophrenia often hear voices and other noises that other people do not hear ...
    
33. Schizophrenia - When to Call a Doctor
    
    Call or other emergency services if you (or someone you care about who has schizophrenia ): Are thinking about suicide or are threatening suicide. Hear voices that tell you to hurt yourself or someone else or to do something illegal,such as destroy property or steal. Notice warning signs of violence towards others,such as thinking or talking about harming someone or becoming aggressive. ...
    
34. Schizophrenia - Counseling and Therapy
    
    Counseling and therapy are important parts of treatment. You will work with a mental health professional such as a psychologist,a licensed professional counselor,a clinical social worker,or a psychiatrist. Find a therapist you trust and feel comfortable with. A good therapist not only provides help but gives you support and encouragement. If you don't feel good about working with one ...
    
35. Frequently Asked Questions About Schizophrenia
    
    These questions address key issues about schizophrenia, its causes, symptoms, treatment, and early warning signs.
    
36. Mental Health and Delusional Disorder
    
    Delusional disorder, previously called paranoid disorder, is a mental disorder in which a person cannot tell what is real from what is imagined. Learn more.
    
37. Therapy for Schizophrenia
    
    Therapy and rehabilitation can be very effective in treating schizophrenia. Learn how therapy can help a person living with schizophrenia.
    
38. Schizophrenia Outlook: A Time for Hope
    
    As of today, schizophrenia cannot be cured. However, the outlook for people suffering from this illness continues to is improve
    
39. How to Recognize Schizophrenia in Teens
    
    A look at how to spot the symptoms of schizophrenia in teens and how to tell the difference between ordinary teenage moodiness and signs of more serious illness.
    
40. Schizophrenia Myths and Facts
    
    Learn how to separate myths and facts about the causes and symptoms of schizophrenia.