Schizophrenia is a complex illness that can often be unpredictable and difficult to detect in yourself. However, there are warning signs that can be spotted before more severe symptoms begin, such as hallucinations and/or delusions.
I have found I am more of a self-aware individual when it comes to detecting my symptoms now, but before I was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder depressive type, it got to the point where I was admitted as an inpatient before I was able to receive help and find some relief.
Being taught to detect my symptoms as they appear helped me tremendously in focusing on my own health and ensuring my safety in the future.
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