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Schizophrenia is a complex mental health disorder that can have a profound negative impact on a person’s ability to enjoy a satisfying life.
Thankfully, schizophrenia is a treatable condition. When a person receives quality care at our schizophrenia treatment centers in Atlanta, they can achieve improved health and a higher quality of life.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), schizophrenia is one of the 15 most common causes of disability across the globe. The NIMH has also reported that the average life span of people who have schizophrenia in the U.S. is more than 28 years shorter than among the general public.
Schizophrenia is a form of mental illness and thinking disorder that affects how a person interprets their surroundings and interacts with their environment. In addition to experiencing hallucinations and delusions, people who develop schizophrenia may also have difficulty forming coherent thoughts and communicating with others.
Depending on which symptoms a person develops, they may be unable to work, attend school, form healthy relationships, and otherwise fully participate in a healthy and productive lifestyle.
Unfortunately, though concerted awareness efforts have improved the public’s understanding of mental illnesses, people who struggle with schizophrenia are often stigmatized due to some of the behaviors that can be symptomatic of this disorder.
The following are among the more common signs and symptoms of schizophrenia:
Please note that people who have schizophrenia may not exhibit all the signs and symptoms listed above. This disorder can affect different people in different ways.
To meet the clinical criteria for schizophrenia as established in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), a person must have been exhibiting certain symptoms for at least one month. The individual must also display diminished functioning at work, in school, in the context of their relationships, or in another important area of life.
If you suspect that someone you care about may be demonstrating warning signs of schizophrenia, you should make an appointment with their family doctor or another expert, or calls us immediately.
Unless you are a credentialed health professional, you cannot diagnose a friend or family member with schizophrenia. The only way for a person to be accurately diagnosed with schizophrenia is for them to complete a thorough assessment with a qualified healthcare provider.
Contact us immediately. In the case of an emergency please contact 911 or visit your emergency department.
At our schizophrenia treatment centers in Atlanta, effective care for people who have developed this disorder may involve a combination of medication and therapy.
Several prescription medications have proved to be effective at easing some of the symptoms of schizophrenia. These medications are commonly referred to as antipsychotics or neuroleptics. Some people take antipsychotic medications for a limited time, while others may take them permanently.
If our assessment reveals that a patient can benefit from antipsychotic medication, we can prescribe appropriate medication and include it in the patient’s customized schizophrenia treatment plan. Our team will work closely with the patient and their family to discuss the features, benefits, and side effects of all medications we prescribe.
Effective schizophrenia treatment centers also include various types of mental health therapy. During therapy sessions, patients can begin to develop the skills that will help them manage their symptoms. Therapy can also help patients learn how to better organize their thoughts and interact with others.
Therapy at our schizophrenia treatment centers in Atlanta occurs in a safe and supportive environment. We want all patients to know that we value them as unique individuals who are always worthy of being treated with respect and compassion.
At our schizophrenia treatment centers in Atlanta, the cost of treatment can vary depending on a host of individual factors.
The cost of schizophrenia treatment at our center will reflect the level at which a person is receiving care, the types of services that are included in their customized plan, the length of time they remain with us, whether or not they also receive treatment for co-occurring disorders, and other relevant considerations.
We work closely with each patient and their family to determine the cost of schizophrenia treatment before a person begins to receive care. Our team can also coordinate directly with a patient’s insurance provider to verify coverage and ensure they have access to all the benefits that are included in their plan.
The impact of untreated schizophrenia can be devastating. But when a person receives the type and level of care that are right for them, a world of possibility can open up in their lives. If you or someone that you care about can benefit from personalized care at our schizophrenia treatment centers in Atlanta, please don’t wait another day to contact us. With one phone call, you can put yourself or your loved one on the path to a much healthier and more hopeful future. Learn more about our admissions process today.