Schizophrenia Explained

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental health condition surrounded by misconceptions. This video clears up myths and provides a quick overview of schizophrenia - its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Learn about the positive, negative, and cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia and how they impact thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Discover the current theories on what contributes to schizophrenia, from genetic predisposition to environmental factors. Find out how schizophrenia is diagnosed, the criteria health professionals use, and rule out other conditions.

Finally, get a basic understanding of antipsychotic medications and psychosocial treatments that help manage schizophrenia symptoms. In just a few minutes, get a quick but comprehensive look at this often misunderstood mental health disorder.