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	For Families and Friends A Message for Caregivers A Message for Teens Arm Yourself with the Facts Consequences of Stigma Myths About Schizophrenia What Causes Schizophrenia? How the Brain Operates The Course and Outcome Stepping Stones to Recovery Reintegration The Stereotype of Violence Schizophrenia at School, Work, and in Relationships Links to Other Resources	Schizophrenia is: A brain disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, other disturbances in thinking and communication, and by deteriorating social functioning. Youth’s greatest disabler—the age of onset is usually between 16 and 25—and teens with schizophrenia have a very high risk of attempted suicide. Found all over the world in all races, in all cultures and in all social classes. More common than most people think—it affects 1 in 100 people worldwide. But: Schizophrenia is treatable with medication and rehabilitation programs. _______________________