Schizophrenia is a long-term brain disorder that can affect how a person thinks, ability to separate reality from make-believe, control emotions, and make good decisions.

About 1% of the adult population, or roughly 2 million people, in the United States are affected by schizophrenia.

Links for General Information about Schizophrenia

Network of Care – Schizophrenia

National Alliance for Mental Illness – Schizophrenia

National Institute of Mental Health – Schizophrenia

Test Your Schizophrenia Knowledge

New York State Office of Mental Health – Schizophrenia

Source:    Schizophrenia.  New York State Office of Mental Health.  June 2008.