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| Schizophrenia |
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| Who
suffers from Schizophrenia ? |
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most common age for developing
symptoms is between the ages
of 18 and 25. Both males &
females are equally affected
but peak age of onsetdiffers
in both sexes. (In females
15-25 years, In males 25 –
35 years).
Research does show, however,
that schizophrenia does show
up in childhood, but only
2 percent of individuals with
schizophrenia had their onset
in childhood. |
| Early
Warning Signs |
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visible signs that difficulties
may be forming (which sometimes
can be early warnings of schizo-phrenia)
include changes in personal
hygiene and appearance, changes
in personality, changes in
sleep patterns, not showing
up for work or school, or
pro-nounced inappropriate
or bizarre behavior. |
| Diagnosing
Schizophrenia |
Before
reaching a diagnosis of schizophrenia,
it is important to rule out
other illnesses. Other medical
illnesses can mimic schizo-phrenic
symptoms.
For this reason a medical
history, laboratory tests,
and a physical examination
should be taken before concluding
that a person has schizophrenia.
The diagnosis of schizophrenia
is usually made by a medical
doctor who specializes in
mental and emotional conditions.
This type of physician is
called a psychiatrist. |
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