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FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.SADAG.ORG SCHIZOPHRENIA SIGNS & SYMPTOMS Positive Symptoms Negative Symptoms Hearing voices or seeing things that aren’t there Add experiences not typically present These take away normal functions Hallucinations Including repetitive motions or catatonia Abnormal Movements Trouble organising thoughts Disorganised Thinking Di culty focusing on or completing tasks Lack of Motivation Flat voice, expressions, or gestures Emotional Range Reduced speech or lack of meaningful content Reduced Speech Avoiding friends, family, or social situations Social Withdrawal Strong beliefs not based in reality Delusions Schizophrenia a ects how a person thinks, feels, and understands the world. Symptoms can di er fromperson to person andmay change over time. Recognising the signs early helps people get the right support.