Schizophrenia is characterized by difficulty recognizing reality, thinking logically, and behaving naturally in social situations. Symptoms of schizophrenia include hallucinations, emotional withdrawal, lack of touch with reality, delusions, disorganized speech, trouble thinking, lack of motivation, social isolation, aggression, agitation, lack of emotion, neglect of personal hygiene, and compulsive behavior. Approximately 1% of people worldwide have schizophrenia. Schizophrenia can be disabling, so individuals with the condition require lifelong treatment for management. Early treatment is preferable to prevent symptoms from worsening. Continuous research is uncovering new insights into the causes of schizophrenia. Some known causes include dopamine imbalance, serotonin imbalance, genetics, childhood trauma, and cannabis use. Treatment of schizophrenia is usually lifelong and often involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy, and coordinated specialty care services. Many people who receive treatment can engage in school, work, personal relationships, and achieve independence.
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