There are many myths about schizophrenia that increase its stigma. The movies and media perpetuate these stereotypes and make it more difficult for people to…
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Author: Victoria Radesco
Supporting Families and a Loved One with Schizophrenia
If a family has not dealt with schizophrenia before, it can be challenging when a member is diagnosed. A lot of people aren’t aware of…
Schizophrenia in the Workplace
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was established on July 2nd, 1965, specifying multiple laws that protect United States citizens from being discriminated against while…
Therapy Through Art
Art therapy helps patients with schizophrenia, as well as many other mental illnesses, interpret emotions, feelings, and deal with the numerous side effects of medication.…
The Connection Between Drug Use And Schizophrenia
A common belief pertaining to illegal drug use is that it can cause schizophrenia, but many researchers believe this to be untrue. Drug use is…
Befriending Schizophrenia
Friendships are sacred; they are one of a kind. Friends are there whether you need someone to lean on or just for making great memories.…
What Color is the Letter “E”?
Have you ever tasted a word or smelled a color? The combination of the independent senses is known as synesthesia. Synesthesia is heritable a neurological…
The PACE Clinic: A Potential Breakthrough
Schizophrenia affects 1% of the population worldwide. If schizophrenia is inherited and runs in the family, that risk increases by approximately 10% (Mejia, 2014). Awareness…
Autism or Schizophrenia: A Common Misdiagnosis
If a child is socially withdrawn and does not make eye contact when communicating with others, is the diagnosis schizophrenia or autism (Dvir & Frazier,…
Famous Faces, Mysterious Minds
What comes to mind when you hear the word “schizophrenia”? According to Healthy Place, schizophrenia is one of the most stigmatized mental illnesses (Oberg, 2014),…