Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that present in symptoms such as

hallucinations, paranoia, disconnection with reality, and inability to express emotions. The causes of schizophrenia are clouded in mystery, but research suggests schizophrenia is caused by a combination of genetic, physical, psychological, and environmental factors. Sometimes a life event or drug abuse can trigger schizophrenia. Misconceptions surrounding schizophrenia include how the patient hears voices, telling them to commit violent acts.

This is often a myth; auditory or visual hallucinations are often not common with schizophrenia. Schizophrenia and Parkinson’s Disease are related because of the increase in dopamine, a neurotransmitter, found with both diseases. Scientists also found that:

• People with schizophrenia have low levels of folic acid and vitamin B9
• Vitamin C and E have been shown to be beneficial in some cases
• Fish Oil, a source of omega-3 fatty acids, can reduce the risk of inflammation in the brain
• Glycine is a protein building block, working with glutamine, aiding in brain function
• A gluten free diet is shown to decrease the chance of metabolic syndrome which has been linked to schizophrenia
• Cognitive behavior therapy is a therapeutic which helps modify undesirable behavior

The natural treatments for schizophrenia include:

1. Vitamin therapy

Vitamin therapy has been shown to have a positive effect on psychotic issues. Vitamin B-12 and B-9 are helpful in mood stabilization. People with schizophrenia have low levels of folic acid and these can be remedied by a medicinal administration of different vitamins. The vitamins are there to supplement any kind of deprivation of natural elements in the body. Those suffering from schizophrenia may not have the ability to naturally produce these elements. B vitamins and Melatonin are easy and affordable treatments.

2. Fish oils

Fish oil and other omega-3 vitamins are helpful in metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome has been linked to schizophrenia with methods of certain proteins broken down inside the body. Fish oil is also helpful with inflammation in the brain and heart. Often, people with schizophrenia have problems with cardiovascular or gastrointestinal issues. Fish oil can help remedy these problems.

3. Glycine

Glycine is a potential remedy for the effects of schizophrenia. Glycine acts as an antagonist for NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate), receptors that cause increases in electrical activity in the brain which is linked to schizophrenia. Glycine helps to block dopamine receptors and decrease the amount of dopamine in the brain. Those who have schizophrenia have been shown to have an increase in dopamine in the brain.

4. Cognitive behavioral therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy is a more natural way to treat schizophrenia. CBT is a holistic method of helping patients understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behavior. Those who have schizophrenia often have flat emotional levels, unable to express feelings. They also may express feelings during inappropriate times. CBT can help patients understand the reasons why they exhibit these behaviors.