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Introduction
Facts about Schizophrenia
Treating Schizophrenia
What you can do
Talking to your parent
Question & Answer
Dealing with your Emotions
Dealing with your Stress
Family Rules
Substance Abuse
Suicide
Getting Support
Helpful websites
Write about you
Emergency Contact List
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H
aving a parent with Schizophrenia can be
frightening, frustrating, and stressful. When someone
you care about has a mental illness, you can feel
helpless and wonder if it’s your fault. You are not
to blame. There is nothing you could have done to
cause your parent’s Schizophrenia. Although it may
feel like everything is out of your control, try not to
lose hope. Schizophrenia is treatable and there are
people who can help you and your parent recover.
You are not alone!
This book will help you understand more about
Schizophrenia and what you can do to cope with your
parent’s illness.
