I was told I was a violent Schizophrenic #mentalhealth #schizophrenia #mentalhealthmatters

I was told I was a violent Schizophrenic #mentalhealth #schizophrenia #mentalhealthmatters

I was told I was a violent Schizophrenic

The idea of “violent schizophrenia episodes” is mostly a myth. What people often see as violence is usually someone overwhelmed, scared, or misunderstood—not dangerous. During a crisis, a person might be talking to voices, pacing, crying, or shutting down, but they’re much more likely to hurt themselves than anyone else. These moments aren’t about aggression—they’re about confusion, fear, and a desperate need for compassion, not judgment.

Hi, I’m Michelle and I have been diagnosed with schizophrenia. To show that my episodes of psychosis are non-violent, I use a security camera in my apartment to document them. The recordings show me sitting on my couch, talking to myself, and making strange facial expressions, but I do not pose any harm or threat to others.

– Michelle Hammer

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