Schizophrenia Medical Reference

Learn about the different types of antipsychotics for schizophrenia, how they’re different, and how your doctor may decide which is best for you.

Many people with schizophrenia smoke cigarettes. When you have schizophrenia, it also can be hard to quit smoking. Find out what’s behind this link.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) uses harmless magnetic stimulation on your scalp to change brain activity. But does it help with hallucinations or other symptoms of schizophrenia?

The legal rights of people with schizophrenia. Learn more about mental health rights.

Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects how you think, feel, and act. Here’s a closer look at who it tends to impact.

Self-monitoring, or keeping tabs on your well-being, when you have schizophrenia, is an important tool. Here are some tips on how to handle tracking your health.

If you have schizophrenia, hearing voices is a common symptom. Learn about treatment options and self-help tips you can use to manage them.

Why do so many people with schizophrenia end up in prison, and what can be done to help them break the cycle of incarceration?

People with schizophrenia are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. Find out how lifestyle, medicine, and other factors come into play and how to protect your health.

When your loved one has schizophrenia, learn where to find resources and how to plan for a mental health crisis to avoid calling the police.

Learn what to expect as you age with schizophrenia, how your treatment strategy will change, and therapy techniques that can help.

First-episode psychosis is a mental state where you may have a break with reality. You may see, feel, or hear things that others can’t.

Social determinants of mental health refer to some of the conditions in the area that you live. Learn about how these affect schizophrenia.

People with schizophrenia have much higher rates of substance abuse than the general population. Learn about treatments and theories for the link.

Paranoia is a mental health condition. You may have nonstop suspicion, fear, anger, and even delusions. Cognitive behavioral therapy, counseling, or anti-psychotic drugs may help. Find out how diet, exercise, and sleep help too.

Can a keto diet help schizophrenia patients? How about schizophrenia and the gluten-free diet? Researchers say more studies are needed.

Clinical trials are how researchers find out whether new drugs and other therapies are safe and effective. Find out what’s new in schizophrenia treatment.

Serotonin-dopamine activity modulators (SDAMs) may improve psychiatric symptoms by helping control the activity of serotonin and dopamine, two neurotransmitters that help manage mood and emotions.

ACT, a team-based treatment program for people with schizophrenia, cuts down homelessness and hospitalization. Learn about this community-focused model.

If you have schizophrenia, do mind-body therapies such as meditation or yoga work? Find out what research shows.

When you have schizophrenia, there’s a lot to consider before you decide to plan for a family and have a baby. What you should know about pregnancy and your mental health.

People with schizophrenia are more likely to have heart disease. Find out why and how to manage it.

Treatment-resistant schizophrenia affects about a third of people with the condition. Learn more about what it is, risk factors, and treatments.

Are you or a loved one facing hospitalization for schizophrenia despite not wanting it? Here's what you need to know about your rights and resources for help when you’re involuntarily hospitalized.

These antipsychotic drugs work by balancing levels of dopamine and serotonin in your brain. Find out if they might be right for you.