Is There a Chance That I'm Schizophrenic???!
Question: Is There a Chance That I'm Schizophrenic!?!?!?
My mother had iparanoid schizophrenia before she died, and on both sides of my family it runs through it!. My dad is "normal" and so are his siblings, but most of my mother's siblings passed away!.
I'm fifteen, and recently have been showing most of the signs of early onset schizophrenia!. I didn't notice anything until my dad made a comment!. The signs with the "xxx" are what I've been experiencing!.
Social withdrawal xxx
Hostility or suspiciousness xxx
Deterioration of personal hygiene
Flat, expressionless gaze xxx
Inability to cry or express joy xxx
Inappropriate laughter or crying xxx
Depression xxx
Oversleeping or insomnia xxx
Odd or irrational statements xxx
Forgetful; unable to concentrate xxx
Extreme reaction to criticism xxx
Strange use of words or way of speaking (Not sure!.)
I'm just worried because my mom first started to show signs around my age!. I appreciate the help! xxxWww@Answer-Health@Com
I'm fifteen, and recently have been showing most of the signs of early onset schizophrenia!. I didn't notice anything until my dad made a comment!. The signs with the "xxx" are what I've been experiencing!.
Social withdrawal xxx
Hostility or suspiciousness xxx
Deterioration of personal hygiene
Flat, expressionless gaze xxx
Inability to cry or express joy xxx
Inappropriate laughter or crying xxx
Depression xxx
Oversleeping or insomnia xxx
Odd or irrational statements xxx
Forgetful; unable to concentrate xxx
Extreme reaction to criticism xxx
Strange use of words or way of speaking (Not sure!.)
I'm just worried because my mom first started to show signs around my age!. I appreciate the help! xxxWww@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
I tend to read a lot Here is what I know about schizoprhenia Negative symptoms include:
Inability to experience pleasure!. This is a common symptom in schizophrenia and includes difficulty enjoying activities that once brought pleasure, such as playing golf or visiting with friends!.
Lack of emotion!. This can lead to few friendships or social contacts!. Showing little facial expression, having poor eye contact, and slowed speech are characteristic!.
Loss of motivation to succeed or accomplish goals!. Job or school performance problems are common!.
Problems focusing or paying attention, difficulty processing information, confusion, and fragmented thoughts!.
Negative symptoms usually occur first and can be confused with other health problems such as depression or substance abuse!. Substance abuse often occurs before the symptoms of schizophrenia become apparent!.6
Positive symptoms include:
Hallucinations!. These usually involve hearing noises or voices, but they can involve all the senses
Inability to experience pleasure!. This is a common symptom in schizophrenia and includes difficulty enjoying activities that once brought pleasure, such as playing golf or visiting with friends!.
Lack of emotion!. This can lead to few friendships or social contacts!. Showing little facial expression, having poor eye contact, and slowed speech are characteristic!.
Loss of motivation to succeed or accomplish goals!. Job or school performance problems are common!.
Problems focusing or paying attention, difficulty processing information, confusion, and fragmented thoughts!.
Negative symptoms usually occur first and can be confused with other health problems such as depression or substance abuse!. Substance abuse often occurs before the symptoms of schizophrenia become apparent!.6
Positive symptoms include:
Hallucinations!. These usually involve hearing noises or voices, but they can involve all the senses
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