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Gathering correct Schizophrenia Information is the first step along the road to recovery. Yes – it is possible to recover from Schizophrenia when it is properly diagnosed and treated. Many people diagnosed with Schizophrenia have re-learned necessary life skills and are able to function independently.

Unfortunately, some people have been diagnosed incorrectly. In times past, Schizophrenia was referred to as "bread madness", which indicated a connection to gluten sensitivity. Even today, many people with Celiac disease have been wrongly diagnosed with Schizophrenia.

The symptoms of this chronic brain disorder can be mimicked by: hypoglycemia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder and more.

After a correct diagnosis, the doctor will prescribe an antipsychotic drug. This step of the journey toward wellness could be a giant one. Different antipsychotics work differently on different people. But, once the right drug and right dosage is established, the only way to go is up!

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