Schizophrenia Caregiver Blog Archive

  • 30 Minute Memoirs

    30 Minute Memoirs

    A Fireside Chat of Caregivers, Schizophrenics, and the Community Around Them Featuring: Rob & Michael Ramos A discussion of family, friends and the role of communication Read more

  • Understanding Anosognosia: The Hidden Challenge of Serious Mental Illness

    Understanding Anosognosia: The Hidden Challenge of Serious Mental Illness

    Living with a serious mental illness can be a daunting and often bewildering experience, both for the individual affected and their loved ones. While the symptoms of conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression are well-documented, there is another aspect of these illnesses that often goes unnoticed but profoundly impacts the journey toward… Read more

  • HIPAA Strikes Fear & Frustration in the Caregivers Heart

    HIPAA Strikes Fear & Frustration in the Caregivers Heart

    The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that requires the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient’s consent or knowledge.  On face value, this is a great thing.  We need to hold our medical information close to the vest,… Read more

  • Caregivers Make a Quantifiable Impact. You Make a Difference!

    Caregivers Make a Quantifiable Impact. You Make a Difference!

    This is going to be a long post…but worth it.  This is a quantifiable SHOUT OUT to caregivers!! The quantifiable impact of good caregiving for someone with a Severe Mental Illness (SMI) can have positive effects on various aspects of the individual’s life and overall well-being. While it can be challenging to precisely quantify the… Read more

  • How can individuals with serious mental health conditions ensure their safety in non-psychiatric emergency situations?

    How can individuals with serious mental health conditions ensure their safety in non-psychiatric emergency situations?

    Mental illnesses affect a significant portion of the U.S. population, with an estimated 47 million adults experiencing mental health, behavioral, or emotional disorders, constituting 19% of all adults in the country (Mental Health America). Conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, dysthymic disorder, major depression, and anxiety disorders can impact daily activities for those living with… Read more

  • Caregiving is a MasterClass in Life 💕

    Caregiving is a MasterClass in Life 💕

    In honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to give a huge shout out to the love and support that caregivers bring to their loved one. Caring for a loved one with schizophrenia can be challenging, but it is a crucial and impactful role. The responsibilities of a caregiver may vary based on the severity of the… Read more