IS SCHIZOPHRENIA GENETIC OR HEREDITARY?

Question

My son's father was a diagnosed schizophrenic and suffered from many psychotic episodes. My son is 27 years old now. Sometimes I wonder if he is suffering. I have two other children with whom I can communicate so openly. With this one, my youngest, I find it hard to talk to him. I'm always worried about upsetting him.

I find that he is extremely (sometimes outrageously) jealous as far as his girlfriend is concerned.

What signs could I look for in him to see if he has a tendency towards this disease. Any info would be so helpful. Thanks

Answer 1

Lol to the other poster that said schizophrenia can be cured.  In the absence of anti-psychotics hallucinations persist as that is the nature of the illness.  It's genetically based and the onset is generally triggered by a stressful situation.  If your son isn't complaining about voices or seeing things that are not there relax and don't worry about it.  The risks of passing it down the blood-line are in your favor.

Answer 2

If you check out this website (I have no connection with it), you will see the symptoms and the cure.

Schizophrenia can be cured, just the same as most of the so-called "incurable" medical conditions.

http://www.4optimallife.com/Alternative-...

peacefromken.

Answer 3

Heriditary my mom-n-law has it and so does my sister-n-law.

Answer 4

It can increase risk of developing schizophrenia, but if you are concerned, consult a psychiatrist.  

Answer 5

Sz is normally genetic.  However, anybody could turn into one under certain-very stressful-situations.