Publisher's Synopsis
Raising and caring for children with schizophrenia is one of the most difficult task but you must know you are not alone as parents.
CHILDHOOD SCHIZOPHRENIA DESCRIPTION
Childhood schizophrenia is a severe brain disorder in which children have abnormal perceptions of reality. Schizophrenia is characterized by a variety of problems with thinking (cognitive), behavior, and emotions. Schizophrenia can cause a variety of hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking and behavior. The signs and symptoms vary, but they all point to a reduced ability to function.
Childhood schizophrenia presents unique challenges in terms of diagnosis, treatment, educational needs, and emotional and social development
Childhood schizophrenia is similar to adult schizophrenia, but it occurs earlier in life and has a significant impact on a child's behavior and development.
Schizophrenia necessitates lifelong care. Identifying and treating childhood schizophrenia as early as possible may improve your child's long-term outcome.
THE SYMPTOMS
Early signs of childhood schizophrenia may include developmental issues such as:
Late working
Crawling that is late or unusual
Language hiccups
Some of these signs and symptoms are also seen in children who have pervasive developmental disorders, such as ASD (Austism spectrum disorders).
