Schizophrenia - Disorganized (Hebephrenic)
Alternate Names : Disorganized Schizophrenia, Hebephrenic Schizophrenia
Prognosis (Expectations)
This is a chronic illness, and recurrence of symptoms is common. However, good management is possible. It is necessary for the patient's family to get involved because disorganized schizophrenics often cannot take care of themselves.
People with this condition often stop taking their medications, either because of unpleasant side effects or because they believe they are cured and don't need the drugs any more.
Family members and community psychiatric services can help ensure that medications are taken appropriately and that side effects are tolerable. The newer medications are far less likely to cause disturbing side effects.
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