13th Edition of International Conference on Neurology and Brain Disorders
October 19-21, 2026
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, and disabling brain disorder that has affected people throughout history. It is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking and behavior. Symptoms may include talking to oneself, hearing voices, paranoia, and poor emotional control. People with schizophrenia often experience difficulties with daily activities, including work, school, and relationships. The cause of schizophrenia is unknown, but it is thought to involve a combination of environmental and genetic factors. It is believed to be related to a disruption in how the brain processes dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in understanding and interpreting reality. Schizophrenia is also linked to abnormalities in brain structure and function, which can be seen in brain imaging scans, such as MRI. Treatment for schizophrenia is focused on controlling symptoms and improving quality of life. Common medications used for treatment include antipsychotic drugs like clozapine, risperidone, and olanzapine. These help to reduce hallucinations, delusions, and other symptoms. Therapy can also be used to help people cope with the social, emotional, and cognitive challenges of their disorder. Additionally, it is important for individuals to take an active role in managing their symptoms and recovery. Schizophrenia can be a difficult disorder to manage and treatment can often involve a multidisciplinary approach. It is important to remember that people with schizophrenia can still lead meaningful and productive lives with the proper support and treatment.
Joe Sam Robinson
Mercer University, United States
Robert B Slocum
University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
George Diaz
Memorial Healthcare Systems, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
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Bernd Blobel, University of Regensburg, Germany
Title : Narrative medicine: A communication therapy for the communication disorder of Functional Seizures (FS) [also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)]
Robert B Slocum, University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Title : Atypical presentation of Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy in a 16-year-old female: A Case Report
George Diaz, Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
Title : Nanoparticles passing the blood brain barrier to treat cancer, infection, and more
Thomas J Webster, Brown University, United States
Title : Transcranial painless neurorehabilitation scalp acupuncture electrical stimulation for neuroregulation of autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Guangzhou University Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Effects of prenatal androgen exposure on Purkinje cell morphology in the cerebellum of female rats
Kiran Ghotra, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States