Schizophrenia Sensor

Schizophrenia – The Loss of Reality and Beyond

If schizophrenia is not detected and treated early, it can develop into a severe mental illness with a chronic course. Schizophrenic psychoses are characterized by a wide range of symptoms, including delusions and hallucinations. Men and women are equally affected, though the disorder often manifests earlier in men.

In addition, cognitive, thinking, and speech disorders, as well as limited emotional responses (affects), can occur as symptoms. People with schizophrenia often withdraw socially, neglect their appearance, or suffer from lack of drive, loss of interest, and, depending on the severity of the illness, even from a loss of reality. Schizophrenia not only significantly affects the patient but also those around them.

Genetic Predisposition for Schizophrenia

The exact causes of schizophrenia remain unclear. There are no physical causes or justifiable connections with specific experiences. However, it is believed that this so-called endogenous psychosis is caused by an interaction of psychosocial and biological factors from within.

The genetic predisposition plays a significant role, as our genes greatly influence our individual risk of developing schizophrenia.

How Does Our Schizophrenia Sensor Work?

Our Schizophrenia Sensor analyzes the submitted sample for four gene variations associated with the development of schizophrenia.

The results can determine the personal risk of developing this mental disorder and help choose appropriate treatment approaches.

We summarize the analysis results in a detailed report, which includes a comprehensive assessment of how likely various symptoms of schizophrenia are to occur.

In this way, our Schizophrenia Sensor can help detect the risk of developing schizophrenia early and assist in initiating timely and appropriate therapy.