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STUDENT NO: 32229992

CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Definition of Schizophrenia

3. Symptoms of Schizophrenia

4.1 Positive symptoms

4.2.1 Hallucinations

4.2.2 Delusions

4.2.3 Colour symbolism

4.2.4 Religiosity or religious delusions

4.2.5 Paranoia

4.2.6 Ideas of reference

4.2.7 Thought disorder

4.2.8 Thought control

4.2.9

Introduction

Although schizophrenia is a chronic disorder, there is help available. With support, medication, and therapy, many people with schizophrenia are able to function independently and live satisfying lives. However, the outlook is best when schizophrenia is diagnosed and treated right away

Schizophrenia can be successfully managed. The first step is to identify the signs and symptoms. The second step is to seek help without delay and the third is to stick with the treatment. With the right treatment and support, a person with schizophrenia can lead a happy, fulfilling life.

Definition of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a brain disorder that affects the way a person acts, thinks, and sees the world. People with schizophrenia have an altered perception of reality, often a significant loss of contact with reality. They may see or hear things that don’t exist, speak in strange or confusing ways, believe that others are trying to harm them, or feel like they’re being constantly watched.

Symptoms of Schizophrenia

The modern thinking on schizophrenia is that it has two types of symptoms, positive and negative. The positive symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions, represent new ways that the sufferer has of thinking or doing things that they didn’t have when they were well. Negative symptoms, such as withdrawal, represent ways in which the sufferer has stopped doing beneficial things that they used to do before they became poorly. People can experience both positive and negative symptoms together or only one...