Positive symptoms include experiences such as hallucinations and delusions, where the person perceives false realities or believes things that aren’t true. These symptoms represent added behaviors that are not present in healthy individuals.
Negative symptoms reflect a loss or reduction in mental functions. These may include difficulties in thinking, reading, speaking, or showing emotions. Although they can lessen over time, these symptoms may have a long-lasting impact on the person’s ability to function.
Common Signs of Schizophrenia
Delusions: Holding false beliefs about people or situations, often centered around paranoia or misinterpretation.
Hallucinations: Seeing or hearing things that are not actually there.
Disorganized thinking: Disruptions in speech and communication make it difficult for others to understand.
Emotional flatness: Lack of emotional expression, appearing indifferent or cold toward others.
Distorted self-perception: Changes in how individuals see themselves, sometimes to the point where they no longer recognize their reflection.
Social withdrawal: Pulling away from loved ones and avoiding interaction with friends, family, or romantic partners.
While schizophrenia is sometimes linked with hostile or aggressive behavior, it’s important to note that most individuals diagnosed with the condition do not display violence.
Types of Schizophrenia
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