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    • Caregivers of Schizophrenia

    “Mental Illness Is a Family Illness”

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      Understanding Their Diagnosis

      Two decades ago, the internet painted a frightening picture of schizophrenia for Anita Fisher’s son. But she found hope by diving into his diagnosis.

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      Day-to-Day Challenges

      From getting her son to his doctor appointments to making sure he takes his medicine, Carol Spears faces difficult daily responsibilities as a caregiver.

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      Barriers to Care

      Lisa Dailey of the Treatment Advocacy Center says those impacted by schizophrenia face a tough system to navigate, making collaborative care hard.

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      Helping Them Feel Less Alone

      Here’s how you can make your loved one with schizophrenia feel less lonely and isolated. It can be hard for them to share their reality with others.

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      The Fearful Stigma of Schizophrenia

      To fight the fear, Trinh Dang of NAMI says education will foster empathy for those with schizophrenia.

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