Schizophrenia & Depression: Understanding the Link
Many people diagnosed with schizophrenia experience symptoms of depression, or vice versa. Sometimes these folks meet criteria for both schizophrenia and depression; other times a diagnosis that captures both groups of symptoms–like major depressive disorder with psychotic symptoms or schizoaffective disorder–could be more accurate.
September 9, 2022
Schizophrenia Treatments: Medication & Therapy
Mental health treatment can help people with schizophrenia reduce symptoms, increase quality of life, and achieve personal goals. Treatment options include medications, individual and group therapies, and specific interventions to support goals like school, work, and personal values. Sometimes these interventions are put together into coordinated programs to help folks get care from a team working together.
September 9, 2022
Hallucinations: Types, Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Hallucinations are sensory experiences that differ from reality that only one person is able to feel, see, or hear. They are commonly associated with diagnosable mental health disorders, but may also occur for a variety of reasons, including lack of sleep, neurological conditions, or substance use. Luckily, there are treatment options available to help individuals find relief from hallucinations
September 9, 2022
How to Help Someone With Schizophrenia: 10 Tips From a Therapist
When helping a loved one with schizophrenia, know that maintaining your current, strong relationship by being a consistent and supportive part of their lives is the most important thing you can do. When they cycle through phases of psychosis or negative symptoms, knowing the stability of your presence and care can provide significant comfort.
September 9, 2022
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