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05 Sep

Can a Person Recover from Schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia can be a lifelong battle, but recovery is possible in many cases. The National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) estimates that about half of those with schizophrenia can recover with the correct treatment. While there is no cure for schizophrenia, living with the disease is certainly possible. A patient is said to be in […]

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29 Aug

Schizophrenia vs. Psychosis: What’s the Difference?

Schizophrenia and psychosis have many similarities, but they also have many differences. Schizophrenia and psychosis are not the same, though some people use the two terms interchangeably. The biggest difference between schizophrenia and psychosis is that psychosis is a symptom or a group of symptoms (syndrome) while schizophrenia is a disorder. Patients who have schizophrenia […]

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22 Aug

The Truth About Mental Illness on College Campuses

College is often referred to as “the best four years” of a person’s life. But what about for those who struggle with mental illness? Often, mental health issues can be triggered by a big life change, such as moving away to college and living on one’s own for the first time. This enormous adjustment can […]

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15 Aug

Psychosis in Children: What You Should Know

Children often go through phases of withdrawing from their parents and siblings, flitting from one friend group to another, or shifting their interests every few weeks or months. These phases are normal and healthy, but if their personalities and behaviors really begin to change, it may be cause for worry. Psychosis can cause a loss […]

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08 Aug

Why Is Life Expectancy Shorter in Those With Schizophrenia?

The average life expectancy worldwide is about 70 years old. Unfortunately, the life expectancy of those who have schizophrenia is cut short by anywhere from 10 to 20 years. But why does this mental condition shorten someone’s life expectancy? The answer lies not so much in schizophrenia itself but in its association with unhealthy lifestyle […]

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01 Aug

The Link Between Summer Heat and Mental Health

Summer is a favorite time of year for many of us. What’s not to like about a season filled with swimming, vacationing, and sunshine? It turns out, studies have shown that rising summer temperatures can also cause a rise in mental illness symptoms. In some parts of the world, suicide rates even rise in the […]

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25 Jul

Positive, Negative, and Cognitive Symptoms: What’s the Difference?

The symptoms of schizophrenia are wide-ranging and can vary from person to person, but they can be categorized into three types: positive, negative, and cognitive. These symptoms typically begin to appear between ages 16 and 30. Positive symptoms of schizophrenia are actions or occurrences that are “added” to a person’s behavior when they begin to […]

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18 Jul

Recognizing a Relapse in Schizophrenia

Even with the best medical and mental health care, and the best of intentions and efforts, schizophrenic relapses still happen. Relapses can occur when you least expect them to, even after you have made significant progress in your recovery. It’s important to remember that if you relapse, it isn’t your fault. You live with a […]

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11 Jul

Anxiety and Depression in Young Adults

Most people first experience the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) when they are about 30 years old, but some people begin their struggle with anxiety and depression much earlier than that. Depression and anxiety are more prevalent than ever, and mental health issues run rampant among the younger generations in particular. This is partially […]

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03 Jul

The Link Between OCD and Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are two separate mental disorders that share some similar and overlapping qualities. Schizophrenia has been found to co-occur in about 25 percent of those who have OCD. One characteristic of both of the diseases is an imbalance in levels of serotonin, a chemical in charge of the messaging within the […]

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