Characterized by paranoia, anxiety, hallucinations and delusions, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, a related condition, are complicated mental illnesses that make it difficult for one to determine the difference between reality and pretend. While there are medications and therapies that can help, the effects of this condition are often far- reaching. Here, seven men and women speak about living with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.

New York Times – Patient Voices: Schizophrenia

via: Karen Barrow/The New York Times

The NAMI Provider Education Program was designed to help line staff at public agencies learn this new approach by attending a 30-hour course. In 10 weeks, staff are given basic classes in diagnosis, brain research and medications, plus specific sessions on how to work with clients and families in a collaborative manner. The primary knowledge base of the course is experience of consumers and family members relating to all aspects of a serious brain disorder; the purpose of the course is to help providers “see our lives” from the inside so that effective, equitable partnerships can guide the treatment process.

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