According to Vladimir Medvedev, candidate of medical sciences, it is especially important to pay attention to young people aged 15-18 years. At this age, the first signs of schizophrenia often go unnoticed, as they are easily confused with the usual “puberty problems.”
But if a previously open and sociable teen suddenly withdraws and avoids communication, this can be a serious wake-up call.
“If a person begins to suspect that they are being followed, listened to, or their life threatened, that could be a sign of schizophrenia,” Medvedev said. In this case, you should immediately contact a psychiatrist.
Modern psychiatry offers effective treatments for schizophrenia. Thanks to timely drug therapy, one in five patients can achieve a long and sometimes life-long remission. This means that a person can lead a full life in society despite being diagnosed.
Source: Ferra
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