1. Most people with Schizophrenia will be taking antipsychotic medications, and for most people they help control the symptoms.

2. The number one reason people are readmitted to the hospital is they stop taking their medications.

3. Antipsychotic medications have very strong and unpleasant side effects that need to be watched.

4. The most severe symptoms are cyclic. That is they can become worse during times of stress or just over time.

5. Consumers often need help with many life activities such as housing, social interactions, or even shopping.

6. People with Schizophrenia can have above average intelligence.

7. Stress or over stimulation (too many things happening at the same time) can be very difficult.

8. This is a very painful disability and many people also have depression, so you need to watch out for potential suicide and substance abuse.

9. Most people with schizophrenia are not dangerous or violent. They are often overwhelmed and frightened.

10. People with schizophrenia need a stable social, home and work environment.