Understanding Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is characterized by a profound break from reality, manifesting through both positive symptoms like hallucinations and delusions, and negative symptoms such as emotional flattening and thought disorders. The condition is heavily influenced by genetics, affecting about 1% of the global population, and often presents its first break in late adolescence. While untreated, symptoms can progressively worsen, leading to severe consequences, yet there are treatment options available that can help manage the disorder.