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How Do Schizophrenia Treatment Centers Work?

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Schizophrenic treatment centers are one approach to treating this mental health disorder. A schizophrenic treatment center typically includes either residential or day treatment. These treatment centers may also offer treatment programs for complex diagnoses, which include mental disorders like bipolar disorder and depression, and substance abuse. Typically, a residential or day treatment program is reserved for situations where symptoms are very severe. Otherwise, outpatient treatment such as regularly working with a therapist and psychiatrist can help someone manage their symptoms. What is Schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder. It’s relatively rare, affecting less than one percent of people in the U.S. When someone’s schizophrenia is active, symptoms include: Delusions Hallucinations Disorganized speech Problems with thinking Lack of motivation With treatment, symptoms of this psychiatric disorder can improve significantly. When someone’s symptoms are active, they