Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Schizophrenia patients are individuals who experience a chronic mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thoughts, perceptions, emotions, and behavior.
Related terms
Antipsychotic Medications: These are drugs used to treat symptoms associated with schizophrenia, such as hallucinations and delusions.
Positive Symptoms: Refers to the presence of abnormal behaviors or experiences in individuals with schizophrenia, like hallucinations or disorganized speech.