Dealing with the Trauma of Schizophrenia
The experiences of living with schizophrenia can be traumatic: hospitalizations, treatments, psychotic episodes. Even though the prevalence of comorbid post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in people ...
17 Syys 202535min
Bonus: What Schizophrenia Hallucinations Really Feel Like
For individuals living with schizophrenia, the world can be populated by voices, visions, or other sensory experiences that are intensely real yet imperceptible to others. These hallucinations, which ...
3 Syys 202530min
How Age and Gender Affect Schizophrenia Symptoms
Schizophrenia may develop in people of all ages, and the early signs of the disorder vary greatly from person to person. While the symptoms are the same, the presentation of them can change due to age...
20 Elo 202548min
Bonus: The Basics of Schizophrenia Featuring Dr. Derin Cobia
“Schizophrenia” is a scary word. A scary word that 1% of the population manages. Movies and TV shows have long created stigma around those with schizophrenia. But how do you stop fear? With knowle...
6 Elo 202529min
Understanding Psychosis for Loved Ones and Caregivers
Psychosis is a state of impaired reality which may include hallucinations and delusions. Experiencing psychosis can impair your functioning and have a negative effect on various aspects of your daily ...
16 Heinä 202552min
Advocacy for Schizophrenia and Serious Mental Illnesses
The story of schizophrenia has too often been told through a lens of fear and misunderstanding. But that’s changing. Thanks to relentless advocates, awareness campaigns, and policy reform, stigma is b...
18 Kesä 202540min
Why “Just Take Your Meds” Isn’t So Simple: Schizophrenia and the Med Adherence Dilemma
Up to 70% of people with schizophrenia don’t take their medication as prescribed. This nonadherence is tied to higher risks of psychosis, relapse, ongoing symptoms, and even suicide attempts. So why d...
21 Touko 202551min
Aging Parents of Adults with Schizophrenia: Challenges & Realities
Many adults with schizophrenia rely on family members for daily support, often depending on parents in their 50s or 60s. As these parents grow older, they face mounting physical and emotional challeng...
16 Huhti 202545min
