Yes but need to be looked after
How long does a parnoid schizophrenia patient live?
About 1% of the UK population are diagnosed with schizophrenia at some time in their lives; most of these are between ages 15-45. 20% of those suffering from schizophrenia fully recover; 60% make a partial recovery; and for the remaining 20% it becomes a long term problem source: http://www.bicpa.ac.uk/gdg/schizophrenia.html
No. Scientists have long known that schizophrenia runs in families. The illness occurs in 1 percent of the general population, but it occurs in 10 percent of people who have a first-degree relative with the disorder, such as a parent, brother, or sister. People who have second-degree relatives (aunts, uncles, grandparents, or cousins) with the disease also develop schizophrenia more often than the general population. The risk is highest for an identical twin of a person with schizophrenia. He or she has a 40 to 65 percent chance of developing the disorder.
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The average life expectancy of someone with schizophrenia is 12-15 years less than that of the general population; the total life expectancy depends on where you live. This may be caused by high rates of suicide, overweight and obesity, smoking, and sedentary lifestyle.
memory loss is more closely associated with Alzheimer's or dissociative amnesia, even though both mental abnormalities aren't related to each other. schizophrenia, on the other hand does involve problems with memory and the creation of memories of events that never took place or of people who don't exist. But, for someone to exhibit memory loss, but none of the other classic symptoms of schizophrenia, such as delusions/hallucinations, general illogical thinking, disorganized patterns of speech, and basically no definite concept of what is real and unreal does not mean that a person has schizophrenia.
as long as people do.
Schizophrenia symptoms vary from person to person. There are several main types of schizophrenia, and schizophrenia is often confused with other mental illneses, so there are a wide range of symptoms. There are three types of schizophrenia symptoms - cognitive, positive and negative. Cognitive symptoms affect thought processes, and are the worst ones to have, since they interfere with normal activities. These include lack of memory and understanding, and inability to pay attention. Positive symptoms connote distorted or excessive normal functions. These include hallucinations, delusions and disorganized thought, speech and behavior. Negative symptoms mean that normal function is absent or diminished. These include lack of interest, motivation and emotion, neglect of personal hygiene and social withdrawal. Paranoid-type schizophrenia is often characterized by hallucinations and delusions. People with this type of schizophrenia often behave normally otherwise, but can often be anxious and angry. Disorganized-type schizophrenia causes a lack of organization in everything from thought, speech and emotion to everyday activities, such as dressing, showering and cooking. People with this type of schizophrenia are difficult to understand and often express inappropriate emotions. Residual-type schizophrenia is where a person has had schizophrenia in the past but currently shows no symptoms. It could mean that the person is in remission, or conversely, about to have a full-blown episode. Catatonic-type schizophrenia is characterized by movement disturbances People with this type of schizophrenia may be completely immobile or move all over the place. Their vocal pattern is erratic; they may not say anything for a long period of time or may copy everything someone says or does. Undifferentiated-type schizophrenia involves symptoms from several categories, but not enough to distinguish it as any one type. Schizophrenia can often be confused with depression or bipolar disorder. It’s important to get professional help if someone you love has any change in behavior, especially since many with schizophrenia may harm themselves or others. By being able to identify signs and symptoms, and taking medications when scheduled, those with schizophrenia can go on to live happy and fulfilling lives.
Paranoid personality disorder is a mental health condition characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspicion of others. Individuals with this disorder often believe that others are out to harm or deceive them, leading to difficulties in forming and maintaining relationships. Treatment may include therapy to address underlying beliefs and coping strategies.
They can live nearly or as long as other people.
did people live with that all time
Schizophrenia is a life time disorder. Most people have hallucinations and/ or delusions. They may show paranoid behavior. About 10% will commit suicide. Many will suffer severe depression. They may attempt to self medicate with alcohol or other non-prescribed drugs. They may be hospitalized without their consent for a long time. It will only get worse over time without medication and therapy, but it can be "tamed".