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What is it?
Symptoms
Causes and Treatment
X
X
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A chronic, severe, and disabling brain disorder
Schizophrenia
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A false perception of reality
What is an hallucination
100
Is there a cure for Schizophrenia?
no, not yet
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Other than a psychotic disorder, Schizophrenia is also known as...
thought disorder
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what is a delusion
A false personal belief
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Is the cause of Schizophrenia related to genetics?
yes, being related to someone with Schizophrenia increases the chances of having the disorder.
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Paranoid, Disorganized, Catatonic, and Residual are what?
The four types of Schizophrenia
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What is the most common type of hallucination for people with Schizophrenia?
Auditory or hearing voices
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What percent of the population has schizophrenia?
1%
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What is a psychotic disorder?
disorder in which an individual confuses reality with fantasy
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What are the 3 types of symptoms seen in people with Schizophrenia?
Positive, Negative, and Cognitive
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What is the most effective treatment?
combining medical support with therapy
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What are the greek roots of Schizophrenia
"split brain"
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What common mental disorder can Schizophrenia be mistaken for?
Depression
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What are the two types of medications used for treating schizophrenia?
typical and atypical