How you think, feel, and act seems different than how everyone else thinks, feels, and acts. You may feel like other people don’t understand what you are experiencing, or they may not “get” you. Many people with schizophrenia feel misunderstood and alienated from others, but treatment can help them integrate more easily into their home and work life.
The first step is recognizing that you or a loved one may have schizophrenia; the next step is to get help.
What Is Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health disorder that impacts the way a person acts, feels, and thinks. In some situations, it may seem as though the person is no longer in touch with reality, which can be very distressing to loved ones.
Many people who have this mental health disorder struggle to engage in day-to-day life. Because they don’t always know what is real and can have intense emotional outbursts brought on by frustration, they may have difficulty holding a job, interacting with others, and expressing themselves. However, treatment is available and can be highly effective in helping people to live an independent life with positive, supportive relationships.
Data shared by the World Health Organization indicates that 24 million people, or about 1 in every 300 people around the world, suffer from schizophrenia. If you believe you or someone else may be struggling with schizophrenia, or you just are not sure, we encourage you to contact our team at Willow Creek Behavioral Health right away. We can provide you with answers and the care you need.
Early Warning Signs of Schizophrenia
The sooner a person’s symptoms are understood, the faster treatment can offer help. Symptoms will differ significantly between people. What’s more, schizophrenia is a slow-moving condition that may develop over a period of years for some people. Others may develop symptoms more rapidly, within a matter of months.
Some of the most common early warning signs include:
- Seeing something that is not there
- Hearing something that is not there
- Feeling indifferent to something that is tragic or serious
- Feeling like you are always being watched
- Speaking in a nonsensical manner
- Withdrawing from social activities
- Changes in work and academic abilities
- Deterioration of personal hygiene
If you believe yourself or another person may be struggling with these symptoms, seek help right away.
How Willow Creek Behavioral Health Can Help You
The first step is an assessment. This allows us to monitor your health and well-being to formulate a plan for moving forward. In our treatment center, you will have a positive, supportive, comfortable environment where you will receive:
- Support to stabilize any symptoms
- Careful consideration of your health needs
- A comprehensive treatment plan
- Support for substance use disorder if present
- Medication management
We also provide you and your family with therapy that supports social skills training and vocational rehabilitation. No matter where you stand right now, our team can help you create a path that you want to follow.
Contact Us Now to Learn More About Schizophrenia Treatment
We believe in compassionate care and are committed to providing our clients with exceptional support. Contact Willow Creek Behavioral Health now to have a conversation about your symptoms and needs. We can provide immediate help.
