What You Need to Know about Schizophrenia

Romeo Vitelli, PhD (Psychologist in private practice, Canada)

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English

Bloomsbury Academic USA
18 September 2025

Abnormal psychology; Mental health services

Series: Inside Diseases and Disorders

Although often depicted as aggressive and unpredictable in movies, people with schizophrenia are actually far more likely to be the victims of violence than perpetrators of it. This book sheds light on the realities of this often misunderstood mental illness.

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thoughts and behaviors. Although schizophrenia requires lifelong treatment, early intervention can help individuals effectively manage their symptoms. Even so, it can be a challenging condition to navigate for both the patient and their loved ones.

What You Need to Know about Schizophrenia is part of Bloomsbury's Inside Diseases and Disorders series. This series profiles a variety of physical and psychological conditions, distilling and consolidating vast collections of scientific knowledge into concise, readable volumes. A list of ""top 10"" essential questions begins each book, providing quick-access answers to readers' most pressing concerns. The text follows a standardized, easy-to-navigate structure, with each chapter exploring a particular facet of the topic. In addition to covering such basics as causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, books in this series delve into issues that are less commonly addressed but still critically important, such as effects on loved ones and caregivers. Case illustrations highlight key themes discussed in the book and are accompanied by insightful analyses and recommendations.

By: Romeo Vitelli PhD (Psychologist in private practice Canada)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic USA
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 232mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 620g
ISBN: 9798216375807
Series: Inside Diseases and Disorders
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 18 September 2025
Audience: Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , Children's (6-12) , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Series Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction Essential Questions 1. What Is Schizophrenia? 2. The History of Schizophrenia 3. Causes and Risk Factors 4. Signs and Symptoms 5. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management 6. Long-Term Prognosis and Potential Complications 7. Effects on Family and Friends 8. Prevention 9. Issues and Controversies 10. Current Research and Future Directions Case Illustrations Glossary Directory of Resources Index

Romeo Vitelli received his doctorate in psychology from York University in Toronto, Canada, in 1987 and has been in private practice since 2003. His published works include What You Need to Know about Schizophrenia (ABC-CLIO, 2021) and Autism: Your Questions Answered (Bloomsbury, 2024).