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Schizophrenia Mental Disorder

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  What is Schizophrenia? Studies have shown that people with a family history of schizophrenia are more likely to develop the disorder. Additionally, certain environmental factors, such as stress and exposure to certain toxins, may also increase the risk of developing schizophrenia.   Schizophrenia also affects a person's emotions and motivation . People with schizophrenia may appear to be emotionally flat or "blunted," meaning they don't show emotions in the way that most people do. They may also lack motivation and have difficulty with activities of daily living. Symptoms of Schizophrenia: Delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking & speech are other symptoms of schizophrenia. This can include talking in a rambling or nonsensical way or having trouble connecting thoughts or ideas. People with schizophrenia may also have trouble focusing or completing tasks. It also affects a person's emotions and motivation. People with schizophrenia may appear to...