Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental condition that is often misunderstood by the general public.

Schizophrenia can be caused by both environmental and genetic factors. It is a thought disorder in which there is a breakdown between thoughts, behaviors and emotions. This leads to faulty perception, inappropriate actions and feelings, withdrawal from reality and personal relationships into fantasy and delusion, and a sense of mental fragmentation.

There are several subtypes of schizophrenia. 

It can be a serious mental health condition if not treated by an on-going treatment plan including medication and psychotherapy.  

Resources: 
Schizophrenia by the National Institute of Mental Health
Biological Origin of Schizophrenia by Harvard Medical School
Scientists Move Closer to Understanding Schizophrenia's Cause by Benedict Carey, The New York Times