Living With
Schizophrenia can bring challenges to your life. There's a greater risk of alcohol and drug addiction. Depending on the severity of symptoms, a patient maybe hospitalized. Navigating the workplace can be hard for a person with schizophrenia. Be sure to have a close network of friends and family that you can confide in.
Hospitalization
A patient may experience one to many hospital stays depending on the severity of their symptoms. However, thanks to advances…
Recovery
Upon being diagnosed with schizophrenia, it is helpful to learn all you can about your condition as you start the recovery process. You will also need to find your best…
Work
Coping with schizophrenia at work presents several personal and professional challenges. Patients must carefully consider whether to disclose their depression…
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
People with mental illness are more likely to battle alcohol and drug addiction than their peers. In fact, schizophrenia and substance abuse often go hand in hand. Using…
Costs and Insurance
Schizophrenia treatment can become expensive very quickly. Navigating the nuances of insurance coverage can be endlessly frustrating. Patients must be as educated and aware…
Psychosis
Psychosis is a defining feature of schizophrenia. As a result, schizophrenia often includes hallucinations or dellusions…
Relationships
Help your friends and family member under the details of your condition, such as vulnerable seasons or times of day and any other known triggers. Let them know that you…
Talking about Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is viewed by many as a taboo subject not fit for polite conversation. While many patients with schizophrenia do want to keep their privacy about health…
Hot Topics
In July, I celebrate 16 years hospital-free. How is it that I managed to stay on the outside for so long? In a moment, I'll talk about what you can do to increase your chances, too. Before I do, I have some exciting…
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