Living and Coping With Schizophrenia
People with schizophrenic symptoms are much more likely to be withdrawn or prefer to be alone most of the time.
Some people link them with criminal violence.
Despite popular belief, most people with schizophrenia are not violent.
At this time, there is no accurate cure for any of the various types of schizophrenic disorders.
In some cases, people with schizophrenia have the ability to live quite independent lives.
It depends upon the condition and severity of their symptoms.
With proper medication, most patients are able to control over the disorder.
Numerous researchers estimated that about 28 percent of people suffering from schizophrenia live independently, 20 percent live in group homes, and approximately 25 percent live with their families and relatives.
The sad part is, the remaining 27 percent are either on the streets, living in jails, hospitals or nursing homes.
Almost half of people who are suffering from severe psychiatric illnesses are left untreated.
The two main reasons why this happens are the general public's lack of knowledge about where to seek help and the high cost of medication for this illness.
Moreover, some schizophrenics believe in themselves that they have the ability to solve their own problem without applying an effective treatment plan.
There is no cure for this type of psychological disorder.
Patients must endure a life-long battle and leaving them alone with the disease will not help them.
One thing to remember about schizophrenia is the patient's condition.
They need a community that they can trust to help them deal with schizophrenic symptoms.
There are risks of living independently with schizophrenia.
Symptoms return when schizophrenics tend to stop taking anti-psychotic drugs because of their side effects which often include restlessness, muscle spasms, blurred vision, over fatigue and weight gain.
Suicide is a serious danger in people with schizophrenia.
About 10 percent of people with schizophrenia commit suicide.
Young adult males are at highest risk.
Also, young adult males have known to commit suicide due to excessive effects of being paranoid especially when they stop their medication.
Apart from having a variety of forms and levels, patients with schizophrenia need a proper medication.
If this illness is left untreated, the sufferer will not be able to cope with the disorder and get the chance to live independently with the general public.
Subtypes of schizophrenia includes paranoid schizophrenia, trouble performing daily activities, display disturbed movements, residual schizophrenia, and undifferentiated schizophrenia.
Visiting a trusted mental health professional is the most important thing a schizophrenic should do.
Regular consultations, taking anti-psychotic drugs on time, and participating in support groups can help patients in controlling their disorder.
Psychiatrists can prescribe new medicines and adjust the treatment plan that may control the schizophrenic symptoms in a more effective way.
Prior to making recommendations, psychologists observe patients behaviors and evaluate how well they are adapting to their environment.
Encouraging patients to participate in a group therapy session to enable them to interact with a community of schizophrenics and provide a network of people that understand the symptoms.
It may allow them to meet people to lean on and learn from.
Family members of schizophrenia patients must participate in therapeutic activities to stay involved in the lives of their mentally ill relatives.
Some people link them with criminal violence.
Despite popular belief, most people with schizophrenia are not violent.
At this time, there is no accurate cure for any of the various types of schizophrenic disorders.
In some cases, people with schizophrenia have the ability to live quite independent lives.
It depends upon the condition and severity of their symptoms.
With proper medication, most patients are able to control over the disorder.
Numerous researchers estimated that about 28 percent of people suffering from schizophrenia live independently, 20 percent live in group homes, and approximately 25 percent live with their families and relatives.
The sad part is, the remaining 27 percent are either on the streets, living in jails, hospitals or nursing homes.
Almost half of people who are suffering from severe psychiatric illnesses are left untreated.
The two main reasons why this happens are the general public's lack of knowledge about where to seek help and the high cost of medication for this illness.
Moreover, some schizophrenics believe in themselves that they have the ability to solve their own problem without applying an effective treatment plan.
There is no cure for this type of psychological disorder.
Patients must endure a life-long battle and leaving them alone with the disease will not help them.
One thing to remember about schizophrenia is the patient's condition.
They need a community that they can trust to help them deal with schizophrenic symptoms.
There are risks of living independently with schizophrenia.
Symptoms return when schizophrenics tend to stop taking anti-psychotic drugs because of their side effects which often include restlessness, muscle spasms, blurred vision, over fatigue and weight gain.
Suicide is a serious danger in people with schizophrenia.
About 10 percent of people with schizophrenia commit suicide.
Young adult males are at highest risk.
Also, young adult males have known to commit suicide due to excessive effects of being paranoid especially when they stop their medication.
Apart from having a variety of forms and levels, patients with schizophrenia need a proper medication.
If this illness is left untreated, the sufferer will not be able to cope with the disorder and get the chance to live independently with the general public.
Subtypes of schizophrenia includes paranoid schizophrenia, trouble performing daily activities, display disturbed movements, residual schizophrenia, and undifferentiated schizophrenia.
Visiting a trusted mental health professional is the most important thing a schizophrenic should do.
Regular consultations, taking anti-psychotic drugs on time, and participating in support groups can help patients in controlling their disorder.
Psychiatrists can prescribe new medicines and adjust the treatment plan that may control the schizophrenic symptoms in a more effective way.
Prior to making recommendations, psychologists observe patients behaviors and evaluate how well they are adapting to their environment.
Encouraging patients to participate in a group therapy session to enable them to interact with a community of schizophrenics and provide a network of people that understand the symptoms.
It may allow them to meet people to lean on and learn from.
Family members of schizophrenia patients must participate in therapeutic activities to stay involved in the lives of their mentally ill relatives.
