Schizophrenia is a puzzling and disabling mental disorder that affects 1 percent of the population. This eMedTV resource offers in-depth information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment options and also offers relevant statistics.
Paranoid schizophrenia and catatonic schizophrenia are two of the possible forms this disorder can take. This eMedTV Web page explains the different types of schizophrenia and discusses the symptoms that correspond to each type.
The most prevalent form of schizophrenia is paranoid schizophrenia. As discussed in this article from the eMedTV Web site, people with this condition tend to experience severe delusions and auditory hallucinations based on paranoia.
Disorganized schizophrenia is a psychological disorder characterized by unusual thought processes. As this eMedTV segment explains, disorganized thinking is a common symptom. This Web page takes a closer look at this disorder and its symptoms.
People with catatonic schizophrenia often show involuntary movements, grimacing, or unusual mannerisms. This eMedTV segment provides an overview of this disorder and offers a list of common symptoms, such as clumsiness and lack of coordination.
Possible causes of schizophrenia have been linked to genetics, the brain, and environmental factors. This eMedTV Web page discusses in detail how each of these factors may play a role in the development of schizophrenia.
Common symptoms of schizophrenia can include memory loss, hallucinations, and delusions. This eMedTV article talks about the signs and symptoms of this illness and explains how they are divided into three different categories.
Medication is one of the most effective types of treatment for schizophrenia. This portion of the eMedTV library explains how the various treatment options for this condition can help minimize symptoms and improve quality of life.
Antipsychotics can be effective in alleviating some symptoms of schizophrenia. This eMedTV article discusses schizophrenia and antipsychotics in detail, including strategies that can be used to help people take their medication regularly.
Psychosocial therapy for schizophrenics can include rehabilitation and cognitive-behavioral therapy. This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at the uses and benefits of psychosocial therapy for schizophrenia.
A supportive family network can help a patient with schizophrenia regain his or her function in the world. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at schizophrenia and the family network, as well as other methods of support.
Although rare, childhood schizophrenia can be much more difficult to treat than in adults. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed overview of this condition, with information on causes, symptoms, treatment options, and the role genetics plays.
As this eMedTV article explains, people who have schizophrenia attempt suicide more often than people in the general population. This portion of the archives talks about the relationship between schizophrenia and suicide.
Substance abuse is more common in people with schizophrenia than in the general population. This eMedTV article discusses the relationship between schizophrenia and substance abuse, including detailed information on nicotine and schizophrenia.
As this eMedTV article explains, schizophrenia and violence are often mistakenly linked. In fact, most people with the illness are nonviolent and prefer to be left alone. This page debunks common myths about schizophrenia and violence.
