Why is schizophrenia so misunderstood? Misconceptions stem from how media portrays mental health issues, often linking them to criminal behavior. Movies frequently depict individuals with schizophrenia as bizarre, evil, or crazy.
If this is someone's only exposure to the condition, it's no wonder they have the wrong idea.
The root of the problem is a lack of education.
What do you think contributes to these misunderstandings?
Brooke Kempf is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
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