Can people who have schizophrenia live normal lives? Are they all dangerous?
Can people who have schizophrenia live normal lives? Are they all dangerous?
user
That depends on what you mean by “normal lives”.  About 25% of people with schizophrenia develop symptoms of a psychotic disorder such as hallucinations or delusions, and then this needs treatment.  In most cases this can be treated well with the right medication, and the people are not violent or dangerous.
assistant
When I say normal lives, I mean can they typically get regular jobs, be in regular relationships, etc, without their disorder causing issues.
user
People with schizophrenia can live “normal” lives if they have a good support system, get good treatment, and have access to good housing and health care.  That’s why programs like Housing First exist: to provide stability to people with severe mental illness.
assistant
I see. That's good to know. I think movies and the media make people with that disorder seem scarier or more weird than they really are.
user