Myths/Facts
True or False: Schizophrenic people are violent.
False, some hallucinations that schizophrenic people have can lead to violence, but violence is not a symptom of schizophrenia.
Name one symptom of schizophrenia
Possible answers: paranoia, suspiciousness, intense feelings, lack of feelings, hallucinations.
True or false: Schizophrenia has one known cause.
False, there are multiple possible factors that can cause schizophrenia.
True or false: Schizophrenia is not curable.
True
What is the capitol of Missouri?
Jefferson City
Is the statement that people with schizophrenia hear voices a myth or a fact?
Fact, some people with schizophrenia experience hearing voices.
Around what age(s) does a schizophrenic person start to present symptoms?
late teens
How many Americans get diagnosed with schizophrenia per year?
1 million
Is schizophrenia treatable?
Yes, it is highly treatable but not curable.
What is the country that is both a continent and an island?
Australia
If your parents have schizophrenia, will you automatically have it aswell?
No, although genetics may play a part, it is not guaranteed that the offspring of a schizophrenic person will also be schizophrenic.
Name three distorted perceptions someone with schizophrenia might have (symptoms)
Possible answers: paranoia, suspiciousness, intense feelings, lack of feelings, not being able to tell reality from fantasy
What percent of people with schizophrenia try to commit suicide at least once?
20%
Name one way you can help someone who has/think they have schizophrenia?
Possible answers: Ask how you can help, call or text one of the organization numbers, help them identify the disorder, find a way for them to find the information they need to be diagnosed.
What is the chemical symbol for gold?
Au
What is a disorder that people commonly link to schizophrenia, which is usually untrue?
Dissociative identity disorder (more commonly know as multi-personality disorder)
What does serotonin do?
Regulates mood
What are the three main causes psychologist think cause schizophrenia?
Brain chemistry, genetics, and the environnment.
What is the type of medication used to treat schizophrenia?
Antipsychotics
What is the name of the Italian sculptor that worked on the statue of David?
Michelangelo
Name the 5 subtypes of schizophrenia
paranoid schizophrenia, disorganized schizophrenia, catatonic schizophrenia, undifferentiated schizophrenia, and residual schizophrenia.
Name the three main neurotransmitters affected by schizophrenia
serotonin, dopamine, and glutamate
What percent of people develop schizophrenia in their ENTIRE lives?
1%
What is the phone number for the support organization NAMI?
1-800-950-NAMI
Who was the only president that served more then 2 terms?
Franklin D. Roosevelt