How To Live with a Schizophrenia Patient

3- Help with the little things in life

Tina explains that people with schizophrenia may need help with even the most basic life skills, like getting dressed and getting to an appointment. “Navigating daily life is so hard. Never assume the person doesn’t want to comb their hair or go to the doctor. It’s hard to pick up the phone and schedule an appointment, to get dressed, to drive there. I’m smart, but it’s hard for me to figure out a morning routine.”

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