May 24th marks World Schizophrenia Day, aiming to shed light on the complexities of schizophrenia beyond the common stereotypes portrayed in media. Many individuals with this condition often self-medicate using substances, leading to dual diagnoses. Schizophrenia can severely impact self-awareness due to anosognosia, making it difficult for individuals to recognize their illness. However, it’s important to remember that people with schizophrenia live vibrant lives, holding various roles in society. Expert Tracy Hicks emphasizes the need for families to humanize their loved ones, treating them as people first and acknowledging that schizophrenia does not define them.
When there is an emotion, it's important not to equate that with the condition. People are allowed to feel.
Schizophrenia is a disease just like diabetes or hypertension.
People living with schizophrenia are brothers, sisters, wives, husbands, teachers, friends, therapists.
Schizophrenia spectrum disorders often begin insidiously in adolescence or young adulthood.
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