Schizophrenia

A Guide to Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thinking, emotions, and behavior. Symptoms may include:

• Hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.
• Social withdrawal, flattened affect, and reduced motivation.
• Cognitive impairments affecting memory, attention, and executive function.

Our diagnosis process involves comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and collaboration with specialists. Treatment options may include:

• Pharmacotherapy: Prescription of antipsychotic medications and adjunctive treatments for symptom control.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Cognitive remediation, social skills training, and family therapy.

Patients can expect:

• Reduction in psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.
• Improved social and occupational functioning.
• Enhanced quality of life and independence.

Closure and Future Plans: Therapy concludes with discussions about symptom management, coping strategies, and support services for ongoing stability and well-being.