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Schizophrenia
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Definition: "(from
the
Greek word
σχιζοφρένεια, or schizophreneia, meaning "split mind") is a
psychiatric diagnosis that describes a mental illness
characterized by impairments in the
perception or
expression of
reality, most
commonly manifesting as auditory
hallucinations,
paranoid or bizarre
delusions or
disorganized speech and thinking
in the context of significant social or occupational
dysfunction. Onset of symptoms typically occurs in young
adulthood,[1]
with approximately 0.4–0.6%[2][3]
of the population affected. Diagnosis is based on the
patient's self-reported experiences and observed behavior. No
laboratory test for schizophrenia exists. Source:
Wikipedia:
Basic Facts About Schizophrenia Drugs can also create
schizophrenia-like symptoms in otherwise healthy
individuals ... Just as other diseases have signs or
symptoms, so does schizophrenia. ...
Schizophrenia.com A non-profit
community providing in-depth information, support and
education related to schizophrenia, a disorder of the brain.
NIMH: Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a chronic,
severe, and disabling brain disorder that has been recognized
throughout recorded history. It affects about 1 percent of ...
Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is the fourth
leading cause of disability in the developed world (for ages
15-44). Schizophrenia usual starts in the late teens or early
...
Psych Central: Schizophrenia
Symptoms Residual schizophrenia a
person is no longer delusion or hallucinating, but has
no motivation or interest in life. These symptoms can be
most devastating.
Schizophrenia Time of onset as well as
length and characteristics of symptoms are all factors.
Schizophrenia Symptoms Schizophrenia Introduction,
providing overview information Paranoid Schizophrenia,
schizophrenia symptoms, schizophrenia causes, etc.
Schizophrenia:
Symptoms and Management at Home None of these are
positive symptoms of schizophrenia but, like aggressive
behaviour, they tend to occur in conjunction with the
positive symptoms. ...
Symptoms,
Treatment, Causes and Cures