Development of Schizophrenia

Definition

The development of schizophrenia refers to the onset and progression of a severe mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thinking, emotions, perceptions, and behavior. It typically involves symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech or behavior, and impaired cognitive abilities.

Related terms

Positive Symptoms: Positive symptoms refer to abnormal experiences or behaviors present in individuals with schizophrenia that are not typically seen in healthy individuals. Examples include hallucinations and delusions.

Negative Symptoms: Negative symptoms refer to deficits or reduced functioning observed in individuals with schizophrenia compared to their previous level of functioning. Examples include social withdrawal and diminished emotional expression.

Neurotransmitters: Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals between neurons in the brain. Imbalances in neurotransmitter systems have been implicated in the development of schizophrenia.