Paranoid Schizophrenia
Running Head: FRAMEWORK OF PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA 1
Paranoid Schizophrenia:
Framework and Advancement
Nick Zavala
Sonoma State University
FRAMEWORK OF PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA 2
Abstract
The data presented covers the general background of the subtype of Schizophrenia, Paranoid Schizophrenia and the multiple complications, risk factors, possible causes that accompany the disorder. Two scientific studies are presented delving into further detail pertaining to alternate forms of operation when testing subjects with paranoid schizophrenia through virtual reality. The other investigates environmental and social factors and their effect on two different races of patients, Asian and Caucasian. A case study covering a patient with paranoid schizophrenia, ”Michael” who is admitted for psychosis is examined and yields positive results from cognitive-behavioral therapy. General findings of the disorder are included along with the author’s question of interest and personal perspective of its significance.
FRAMEWORK OF PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA 3
Paranoid Schizophrenia:
Framework and Advancement Paranoid Schizophrenia has astounded me for a long time and had great interest as I felt that I had attributed many of the symptoms that accompanied the disorder. Although I have not met with anyone who has been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, I find it significant that the protruding differences between the main disorder, schizophrenia, and its subtype, which still includes hallucinations and delusions, interests me as individuals diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia do not suffer from major symptoms, such as disorganized behavior and thought. This astonished me as it is difficult to believe that an individual, who thinks clearly, and from my research, better than the uniform human, can suffer from fear of others attempting to inflict harm upon them. The question of
Paranoid Schizophrenia:
Framework and Advancement
Nick Zavala
Sonoma State University
FRAMEWORK OF PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA 2
Abstract
The data presented covers the general background of the subtype of Schizophrenia, Paranoid Schizophrenia and the multiple complications, risk factors, possible causes that accompany the disorder. Two scientific studies are presented delving into further detail pertaining to alternate forms of operation when testing subjects with paranoid schizophrenia through virtual reality. The other investigates environmental and social factors and their effect on two different races of patients, Asian and Caucasian. A case study covering a patient with paranoid schizophrenia, ”Michael” who is admitted for psychosis is examined and yields positive results from cognitive-behavioral therapy. General findings of the disorder are included along with the author’s question of interest and personal perspective of its significance.
FRAMEWORK OF PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA 3
Paranoid Schizophrenia:
Framework and Advancement Paranoid Schizophrenia has astounded me for a long time and had great interest as I felt that I had attributed many of the symptoms that accompanied the disorder. Although I have not met with anyone who has been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, I find it significant that the protruding differences between the main disorder, schizophrenia, and its subtype, which still includes hallucinations and delusions, interests me as individuals diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia do not suffer from major symptoms, such as disorganized behavior and thought. This astonished me as it is difficult to believe that an individual, who thinks clearly, and from my research, better than the uniform human, can suffer from fear of others attempting to inflict harm upon them. The question of