Outlook for people with schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a chronic brain condition that currently has no particular cure. However, there are treatment options, and sticking to a treatment plan is a good way to manage the condition and symptoms.
Above-average financial, social, and health concerns may be associated with the diagnosis of schizophrenia due to:
- Limited access to a nutrient-dense, balanced diet
- A higher chance of being a smoker and having substance use disorder
- Limited acct to medical care
- Increases risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts
- Increased chances for treatment-related negative effects
According to research, about half of the people who have schizophrenia also have other mental disorders combined. These factors can result in a higher risk of death for those diagnosed with this disorder. This is why your doctor needs to identify any other mental condition, you may be experiencing.
Treatment with medications, behavioral therapy, and social support is important in helping to manage symptoms of schizophrenia. There may be a change in treatment if you are experiencing side effects or if symptoms change. Your doctor will decide to change or adjust medications if a specific drug causes side effects.
For people with hebephrenic schizophrenia, negative symptoms can be associated with higher risks because of the disturbance to behavior and emotions. This is why it is best to have a treatment plan and plenty of social support, for the management of the condition.
Conclusion
Schizophrenia is a complex and chronic mental health issue. While hebephrenic schizophrenia is no longer its separate diagnosis according to DSM-5, the features of the illness are still the same. Schizophrenia has no exact cure, however, there are treatment options that help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
References
[1] https://psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/dsm
[2] https://www.who.int/standards/classifications/classification-of-diseases
[3] https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/what-is-catatonia
[4] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355955
[5] https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral