Patient's question:
When communicating with others, I can't concentrate; I'm always talking while my mind wanders to other people or things, and I can't focus on listening to them either. I'd like to ask the doctor if I might be suffering from schizophrenia—is it serious?Doctor's answer:
Hello! There is no complete cure for schizophrenia yet. Only a small portion of patients, due to individual differences, may not have a recurrence. However, it doesn't mean they won't have one in the future, as it hasn't happened yet. The main treatment currently is medication, using antipsychotic drugs. Long-term adherence to medication is necessary to control the condition effectively. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial for schizophrenia. It's not advisable to keep patients at home due to negative impacts, as this would delay the best time for treatment. After the condition stabilizes, efforts should be made to restore the patient's social functions. It's best to continue consolidation treatment for a period of time before stopping it immediately.