Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Treatment & Support Services
Comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals living with schizophrenia. Our evidence-based approach focuses on recovery, hope, and improved quality of life.
Understanding Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a complex mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. With proper treatment and support, many people with schizophrenia lead fulfilling lives.
Although schizophrenia is not as common as other mental disorders, it can be disabling. With proper treatment and support, many people with schizophrenia can lead fulfilling, productive lives.
Common Symptoms
Positive Symptoms
Behaviors not typically seen in healthy people
- Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there)
- Delusions (false beliefs)
- Thought disorders (unusual thinking or disorganized speech)
- Movement disorders (agitated body movements)
Causes & Risk Factors
Schizophrenia is believed to result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors that affect brain development and function.
Genetic Factors
- Family history of schizophrenia
- Certain genetic variations
- Inherited neurodevelopmental factors
Environmental Factors
- Exposure to viruses or malnutrition before birth
- Complications during birth
- Psychosocial factors (childhood trauma, stress)
- Substance use during adolescence and early adulthood
