Schizophrenia

This is the most common type of schizophrenia. Symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and dysfunction in behaviour are prominent. You may or may not exhibit disorganised speech or a lack of emotional expression. Paranoid schizophrenia mostly develops in the later part of your life than any other form of this disorder.

Catatonic schizophrenia is the most uncommon type of schizophrenia, characterised by unusual, limited, and sudden movements. Individuals with this condition may be either completely still or in a hyperactive state. They might also mimic others’ speech and movements and not converse much with others. This frequent switch can be distressing for them and their loved ones.

Disorganised schizophrenia, or hebephrenic schizophrenia, is a type of schizophrenia characterised by disorganised speech and behaviour, with short-term delusions and hallucinations. It is hard to find individuals with this condition showing emotion in their facial expressions, voice tone, or mannerisms, making it difficult for others to understand them. Hebephrenic schizophrenia usually develops when you’re 15-25 years old.

Individuals with mixed symptoms of paranoid, catatonic, or hebephrenic schizophrenia are classified as having undifferentiated schizophrenia. You may exhibit one or all of the subtypes' symptoms, like hallucinations, delusions, negative emotions, or a lack of motivation, together making it unique and difficult to categorise.

Residual schizophrenia is when a person has a history of schizophrenic episodes but no longer, or to a considerably lesser extent, exhibits positive symptoms like hallucinations and delusions or disorganised speech and behaviours. Rather, they display negative symptoms like social withdrawal, poor memory, lack of concentration, or slow speech patterns.

Medication such as antipsychotics can be used to relieve symptoms of psychosis that are experienced with schizophrenia. Based on the symptoms of the individual, different types of antipsychotics are prescribed for the best results. Cadabam's multispecialty team provides the necessary medication treatment required to manage symptoms while increasing the functioning of individuals with schizophrenia.

Antipsychotic drugs are effectively used to manage psychosis, a set of symptoms impacting one’s perception of reality. They play a vital role in the treatment process, and many of these conditions will require continuous psychiatric care and support without these drugs.

Psychotherapeutic interventions such as group therapy, family therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy are effective in the treatment of schizophrenia. Cadabam's counsellors assist patients by employing a personalised approach that integrates psychotherapy and holistic support, helping individuals to develop coping mechanisms and resilience in managing the symptoms of their conditions.

Family support is a crucial aspect of psychotherapy that can help family members be aware of the condition itself. They are educated about the causes, effects, and symptoms in a way that would help their loved ones.

Group therapy is a safe platform where individuals with schizophrenia can share their experiences with others who are facing similar difficulties. Through their experiences and success stories, it becomes easier for individuals to build hope and motivation for their own recovery.

CBT is a process through which negative thought patterns are reframed to be more positive. This therapeutic process helps individuals identify their own negative thoughts and manage them effectively with the help of a mental health professional. This can specifically be useful in identifying and managing the delusions of a person with schizophrenia.

Cadabam's provides residents with the required training that would help them understand the importance of interpersonal relationships and the various social skills associated with maintaining them. Social skill training helps the individual identify social cues and respond to them appropriately. This could help in the management of schizophrenia symptoms while also ensuring high levels of functioning in society.

With assistance from NGOs or social workers, vocational rehabilitation aims to help residents develop skills that could help them with employment. Through these Schizophrenia programs, individuals learn the skills required to maintain a stable job and earn a livelihood.