| Schizophrenia is a
brain disease that most often strikes young people between the ages of 16
to 25, and interferes with thought processes, focusing or attention and
grasp of reality. |
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| Some people with schizophrenia
experience hallucinations, seeing or hearing things that aren't really there
and cannon distinguish what is real and what is not. |
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| The exact causes are not yet known,
but are believed to be biological, sometimes involving genetic factors.Schizophrenia
is not multiple or "split" personality. |
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| If you have questions about schizophrenia,
or any other mental health issue, call our clinical assessors toll-free
day or night at: |
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1-877-4RESPOND
(473-7766)
In Christian County call 881-9551
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