World Schizophrenia Awareness Day commemorated by DEPwD

World Schizophrenia Awareness Day

Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) commemorated Schizophrenia to raise awareness and to reduce stigma around mental illness. It lifts the lid on the challenges that thousands of people with Schizophrenia from all over the world have to encounter on a day-to-day basis.

The DEPwD under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India is the nodal body to look after all the development agenda of Persons with Disabilities in the country. With the vision to create awareness about Schizophrenia among the masses, the Department observed World Schizophrenia Day, through the institutions associated with it conducted various events at more than 30 places across India.

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World Schizophrenia Awareness Day commemorated by DEPwD: Activities

The following activities were organized across the country to observe World Schizophrenia Day:-

Awareness & Sensitization Sessions
Special audio-video and radio programs and panel discussions by experts, street play, poster making, and quiz competitions.
Webinars
Webinar on Early Intervention in Schizophrenia- A Psychologist & Psychiatrist Perspective
TLM distribution to children with ID.
Short-Term Training Programme on “Early Symptoms of Schizophrenia and its Management”
Display of vocational stalls through which products made by individuals with Schizophrenia,
A skit about awareness of Schizophrenia
Medical Camp.

What is Schizophrenia?

A disorder that affects a person’s ability to think, feel, and behave clearly. The exact cause of schizophrenia isn’t known, but a combination of genetics, environment, and altered brain chemistry and structure may play a role. Schizophrenia is characterized by thoughts or experiences that seem out of touch with reality, disorganized speech or behavior, and decreased participation in daily activities. Difficulty with concentration and memory may also be present. Treatment is usually lifelong and often involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy, and coordinated specialty care services.