Past
Present
Future (2100's)
100
This is the definition of Schizophrenia, also known as insanity, according to the American Journal of Insanity.
A severe disease of the brain that leads to a loss of reason and control, and potentially dangerous behavior.
100
This is the current definition of Schizophrenia according to the American Psychological Association.
A psychotic disorder characterized by disturbances in thinking (cognition), emotional responsiveness, and behavior
100
This is the place people with Schizophrenia are now treated.
via Zoom
200
This was the place many individuals diagnosed with “insanity” were sent for their treatments.
Asylums
200
These medications are commonly used to treat Schizophrenia.
Anti-Psychotics, such as Haldol
200
This is the education system set up for individuals with schizophrenia
They are not considered worth an education anymore.
300
This is the name of the 1735 painting by William Hogarth.
The Rake's Progress
300
This legislation currently protects the rights of those with Schizophrenia in the US
Americans with Disabilites Act
300
This is the term for Schizophrenia in the 2100’s
Schizos
400
This praecox was one of the 9 clinical forms of Schizophrenia by Emil Kraepelin described as “impoverishment and devastation of the whole psychic life which is accomplished quite imperceptibly.”
Dementia praecox simplex
400
The APA defines the symptoms of Schizophrenia as…
hallucinations, delusions, and unusual behaviors
400
This is the current employment rate of individuals with Schizophrenia
2.5%
500
These were the common treatments for individuals diagnosed with “insanity.”
insulin coma
metrazol shock
electro-convulsive therapy
frontal leukotomy (lobotomy)
500
This is the socially acceptable way to refer to someone with Schizophrenia
A person with Schizophrenia
500
This government agency defunded all plans in place during the 2020s to help those with mental health disabilities
Department of Government Efficiency