Chapter 4 - schizophrenia.life

Fast Facts

Alcohol as a coping mechanism.
Many people with schizophrenia turn to alcohol as a way to cope with distress, social isolation, or symptoms of their condition, but this often leads to worsening mental health and dependence.

Impact on treatment and health.
Drinking not only makes schizophrenia symptoms harder to manage but also can weaken the effects of antipsychotic medications, increase the risk of relapse, and lower the person’s quality of life.

Early detection is important.
Recognizing the risk of alcohol use disorder (AUD) when schizophrenia is first diagnosed can help create better and more effective treatment strategies.

Integrated support.
With integrated care for both schizophrenia and alcohol use disorder, along with strong family support, individuals can achieve stability, improve their health, and rebuild their lives.

Subchapter 1.

Why do people with schizophrenia turn to alcohol?

Subchapter 2.

How does alcohol affect schizophrenia and its treatment?

Subchapter 3.

How to detect alcohol misuse in someone with schizophrenia?

Subchapter 4.

How can you support the journey to mental health and sobriety?

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