PERSONALITY DISORDER

SCHIZOPHRENIA
Schizophrenia is a serious disorder of the mind and brain but it is also highly
treatable. Although there is no cure (as of 2007) for schizophrenia, some facts are
It typically begins in early adulthood; between the ages 15 and 25 Men tend to get
develop schizophrenia slightly earlier than women; whereas most males become
ill between 16 and 25 years old, most females develop symptoms years later

Some symptoms include Hallucinations,Delusions,Disorganized

speech,Disorganized or catatonic behavior,Negative symptoms (emotional

flatness, apathy, lack of speech

Common drugs and

medication are Seroquel oral,symptoms are trouble sleeping, nausea, headache,
diarrhea, irritability, Abilify oral which helps with mood swings, side effects
include a Feeling of Restlessness with Inability to Sit Still, Head pain, Dizziness,
Throwing Up another common medication people use is Geodon this medication
helps to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia,bipolar disorder).
This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly
and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in
everyday life side effects are Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness,

nausea, vomiting, runny nose, and cough may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.