🧠 Definition: Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder affecting how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Individuals with schizophrenia may seem like they have lost touch with reality. 🧩 Clear up the mind maze of schizophrenia! Free download 77 must-know nursing topics in our bio or visit nursing.com/nfn. 📝 Symptoms: 💭 Positive Symptoms: Hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders. 🌑 Negative Symptoms: Reduced emotional expression, lack of pleasure in everyday life, difficulty beginning and sustaining activities, reduced speaking. 🔄 Cognitive Symptoms: Poor executive functioning, trouble focusing or paying attention, problems with working memory. 📝 Causes: 🧬 Genetics: Family history of schizophrenia can increase the risk. 🧪 Brain Chemistry: Imbalances in brain chemicals such as dopamine and glutamate. 🧠 Brain Structure: Differences in brain structure and central nervous system. 🌍 Environment: Exposure to viruses, malnutrition before birth, problems during birth, psychosocial factors. 📝 Treatment: 💊 Medications: Antipsychotics are the cornerstone of schizophrenia treatment. 👩‍⚕️ Psychosocial Therapies: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, social skills training, supported employment. 🏥 Hospitalization: May be necessary during acute episodes or severe symptoms. 🤝 Support: Family and peer support play a crucial role in managing the condition. #NursingStudent #Schizophrenia #MentalHealth #NursingEducation #NCLEXPrep #FutureNurse #NursingSchool #ClinicalSkills #nclexflashnotes #happynursing #mentalhealthnursing