Schizophrenia also doesnt mean that someone has a split personality. Its not a one-size-fits-all set of experiences. “If someone with schizophrenia has had good treatment and its well-controlled, they might seem a little off at times, but you might not even know they have it,” Weinstein says.

Are schizophrenics aware of their illness?

People with the condition usually arent aware that they have it until a doctor or counselor tells them. They wont even realize that something is seriously wrong. If they do happen to notice symptoms, like not being able to think straight, they might chalk it up to things like stress or being tired.

Do people with schizophrenia know they are?

Early Warning Signs of Schizophrenia One is that people with the disorder often dont realize theyre ill, so theyre unlikely to go to a doctor for help. Another issue is that many of the changes leading up to schizophrenia, called the prodrome, can mirror other normal life changes.

What does someone with schizophrenia see?

Roughly 70% of people with schizophrenia will experience hallucinations. Auditory hallucinations are most commonly experienced by people with schizophrenia and may include hearing voices—sometimes multiple voices — or other sounds like whispering or murmuring.

What is the most debilitating mental illness?

Schizophrenia and personality disorders are the most disabling mental health conditions to live with, according to Queensland Brain Institutes Professor John McGrath.