Schizophrenia Treatment

Who Needs Schizophrenia Treatment?

Schizophrenia is a mental health disorder that affects how the individual sees the world. Quite often, for the sufferer of schizophrenia, the line between what's real and what isn't becomes blurred, resulting in a loss of contact with reality.

When an individual lives with schizophrenia, they will often withdraw from society as they may feel as if someone is watching them or intending to do them harm. They may hear or see things that aren't there or speak in strange and confusing ways.

For most cases of this chronic psychiatric disorder, onset appears in the late teens through early adulthood with the average age being 25 years old.

What are the Signs That One May Need Schizophrenia Treatment?

In the early stages of schizophrenia, the sufferer may act eccentric, reclusive and otherwise emotionless. If schizophrenia treatment is not provided, the illness will worsen. Some of the signs and symptoms of schizophrenia include:

• Depression
• Episodes of inappropriate laughter or crying
• Strange sleeping patterns (insomnia or oversleeping)
• Inability to concentrate
• Lack of personal hygiene
• Hostility / suspicion
• Extreme reactions, especially to criticism
• Odd ways of communicating
• Delusions of grandeur or persecution
• Hallucinations

Individuals who need schizophrenia treatment may also claim that certain messages, like commercials or advertisements were sent just for them or that their thought waves are being controlled by outside forces, like the CIA or alien beings.

A Schizophrenia Treatment Center Can Help

Schizophrenia treatment centers can help one manage their mental health disorder through the administration of certain medications and therapeutic techniques. The problem arises when the sufferer is also living with a coexisting drug or alcohol addiction. In order for the individual to overcome both of these dangerous conditions, the schizophrenia treatment and the addiction rehabilitation needs to be provided at the same time in a medically-monitored dual diagnosis treatment setting.

Stepping Stone Center for Recovery is an addiction recovery center of excellence and considered one of the most effective dual diagnosis treatment centers in the country. We can help you or your loved one manage schizophrenia and recover from addiction through our proven, innovative treatment programs. Stepping Stone is accredited through The Joint Commission and licensed by the State of Florida. We have helped thousands of patients, from all across the nation, achieve and maintain recovery, and we can help you too!

Psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia, especially when coupled with an addiction, are nearly impossible to overcome without professional assistance. Stepping Stone has the resources and the programs to help you recover! Your journey starts by calling our toll-free helpline at 1-800-237-3150. Your call is confidential and our caring counselors are available to assist you 24/7. Overcome your addictions and learn how to manage schizophrenia - call now to start reclaiming your life!