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Caregivers of Schizophrenia

Helping Them Feel Less Alone

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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“Mental Illness Is a Family Illness”

A mental illness changes the dynamic of the family, Anita Fisher says. Navigating her son’s diagnosis 22 years ago was a learning curve for everyone.

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.

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.

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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