The Biggest Misconceptions Of Schizophrenia

[@skyeskelter]

Thanks for finally addressing the weed thing, I was sick of all of those stupid comments.

[@カスカディア国人]

Eden Skye I'm a pot smoker but I'd never recommend it to someone with schizophrenia, I had friend with the illness who smoked and I used to always worry about him doing it, we'd be stoned together and the entire time I'd be worried about him and be paranoid he'd have a bad experience, he never did while I was around but I still worried, he ended up moving to go to culinary school and had a bad episode and moved back in with his parents, I no longer lived in the area so I haven't seen him or heard from him in 3 years.

[@skyeskelter]

Wow, you must've had a worse time than he did.

[@カスカディア国人]

Eden Skye probably but I didn't smoke with him that often usually he'd show up already stoned, but on occasion we'd smoke together, keep in mind this was in cali so everyone had their own bud to smoke, its really cheap out there compared to the rural south where I'm from and live currently.

[@bobchris4237]

I still smoke weed and it helps me......I mean it helps for a while but that’s all I need it to do

[@OneWhoPullsTheStrings]

Honestly it annoys me too when people think they know everything but they've never had experiences with it. Thank you for making this video ❤️

[@JPepperL]

The Marijuana thing is so annoying. People always tell me that I should smoke to help my anxiety but good lord it makes me paranoid and depersonalized as hell.

[@MalpalForever21]

I don't understand why some people aren't just ok with the fact that weed isn't for everyone. This world is filled with different people and different minds..not everyone's gonna feel relaxed.

[@TaysonPlaysGuitar]

A lot of people who smoke weed are obsessed with it and think it's the most important thing ever. Not everybody who smokes it obviously, but most of the people I know who smoke it act like it's all that matters in life and force it down my and other peoples throats. It's super annoying so I don't talk to them much anymore.

[@karenbrandt5764]

You appear to be doing a wonderful job managing your schizophrenia without help from general public. Kudos to you for sharing yourself with us!

[@kitkattori]

I am studying Schizophrenia this week in my psychopathology class. I have been enjoying viewing your videos. They offer great insight into your mind through your experiences. I commend you for sharing your story. You are helping others understand what schizophrenia is. Keep doing what you are doing and being an inspiration. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to seeing more videos from you.

[@user-kq5qp6dh8l]

Your clueless, you students. Its not a brain disorder, its demonic infiltration into your life. Demons are real and active.

[@deena3895]

Thank you for making this video.im going to share it with my family. They have no clue what I go thru..I've always hear your strange,it's the devil talking to you, you'll be fine just get over it , I went on a date and he asked me if I was going to stab him.. it sucks sometimes I wish they could hear and see what I experience. Then maybe they would understand..I was bullied alot thru school .because I was different. My Son understands me and helps me a lot .he knows what to say to calm me down.. I'm having a hard time now..I feel nothing no emotions..voice is so negative when I'm in public..I feel like everyone is talking about me. Voice say the worst things anyone could say.. especially telling me to harm myself my family would like that.like me gone. I have met and got engaged to a wonderful man.that knows and has experienced my ways..He says he understands but, the voice says otherwise.. I was a CNA 1 and 2.then I went into nursing school.i got excepted.i was a good nurse for many years (telemetry nurse) I also have epilepsy.i started having seizures and had to go one disability.after trying for many years.i finally got it. I love to talk one on one with people to let my light shine and people can see Deena not the person they think I am.usually are very blown away with my knowledge of many subjects. How caring I truly am... God has gotten me thru alot of shitty things that have happened to me. It was a lot to overcome.but I finally have..but I will always hear a voice and usually I'm ok with it.its part of who I am.. God bless everyone struggling or living with Schizophrenia...

[@amber_Forever16]

I love watching all your videos, youv'e made me feel better about myself and my mental illness.

[@complimentbotd7232]

Amberlei Moon much love 💖

[@phiee226]

I really feel like these points need to be more widely spread, so many people have a stereotypical view of schizophrenia and other illnesses. Brilliant video once again!

[@TheSammiiFace]

I've had onsets of extreme paranoia and panic attacks triggered by weed. However, it only happens if I smoke too much. The drug that fucks me up the most, oddly enough, is Ecstasy/MDMA. I use to do EXTREMELY large doses of MDMA several times a week ( I was very ignorant during that time) and one day I had done a large dose and had a complete psychotic breakdown. Audio hallucinations, visual hallucinations, delusions, extreme dissociation, paranoia, constant panic attacks, you know all that fun stuff. My symptoms got less intense after about 3 weeks but those 3 weeks were hellish. For months and months after I suffered severe dissociation, mood swings, panic attacks, depression, suicidal, and I generally just felt like my personality was completely different. I'm much better now but I still feel like I am not the same especially when it comes to emotions (its hard to explain) Anyway, sorry for the rant haha. My advice for people with psychotic disorders/illness, stay away from recreational drugs.

[@tashietherat7328]

Sammii Ponseti the exact same thing happened to me after i started smoking loads of weed. i understand how you feel, it's terrifying but eventually you learn from it. much love :-)

[@mathieuwassmuth5065]

thats called HPPD, you should look into it

[@Tlmnts]

Sammii Ponset this happened to me you'll get better just stay away from all the drugs

[@カスカディア国人]

Sammii Ponseti look into HPPD that might be what you have.

[@カスカディア国人]

Mathieu Wassmuth oh you got to it before me

[@BDKing00]

my grandma has schizophrenia and I've always been scared I would develop it especially because I used to smoke weed pretty heavily. following this channel has helped me feel better in case I do develop it.

[@Girasole4ever]

I really hate the word normal. Even more nornalish.

[@complimentbotd7232]

Girasole4ever fuck normality, nobody is nearly so similar on every level for their to be a normal standard.

[@mustang4636]

What the hell even is "normal," really?

[@mustang4636]

I think "normal" is an illusion; a thing we subconsciously created in our minds to keep ourselves and others from doing things that are not considered acceptable or whatever. I'm actually glad we created the concept of what is normal to be honest, because without it, the entire world would probably be completely disorderly and just weird as fuck. But I hate when people push the trying to be/wanting others to be "normal" so much to the point where people can no longer be creative with whatever they want to do in life.

[@Mephisto...]

Normal is just to be average, usual, typical, common, ordinary ...

[@MrYungKitty]

stfu u normie

[@RosanneBekker]

Another misconception is that Schizophrenics have two or more personalities, haha. That's something almost all people without knowlegde of illnesses/disorders think, I hear it all the time. This is a different disorder: multiple personality disorder, NOT Schizophrenia.

[@leannecroteau]

Yes, so true. The reason people think that is because Schizophrenia means "split mind" which is actually referring to us Schizophrenics as having two realities instead of two personalities.

[@soulance8342]

Glad to see you quit smoking cigarettes man. Keep up the work spreading the word.

[@AwesomeAnn11]

My boyfriend of 4 years was recently officially diagnosed with schizophrenia. Your videos are opening my eyes to what he’s going through. Thank you for educating viewers like me. I really do appreciate it! Please never stop opening our eyes, it’s so helpful! I would make everyone that knows him watch this if I could!!!!

[@kristyontiveros6748]

You are so smart thank you for educating ignorant people.

[@Hockeyguy1021]

I found this channel years ago and by fluke came across it again. Honestly I haven't seen all your videos or kept up to date, however I just wanted say you seem like an awesome dude. Dropped a subscription this time around. Keep it up :)

[@complimentbotd7232]

been missing your videos lately, but im making up for that, thanks for teaching me and so many others about Schizophrenia, much love brother.

[@ekrem626]

Jacob your videos are amazing. Thank you for all your hard work. Your videos have changed my life for the better in various ways. I wish you the best of luck with your illness and hope you will keep on going for many years to come. Good luck.

[@Ihaveschizophrenia1]

Love you buddy

[@XPSespinito]

Im on 1st year of the psychiatry Residence. I understand you, I know how all the people dont understand what this illness is. keep it thata way bro you doing good, excellent job.

[@christinaculver5678]

Do u believe that schizophrenia is what we see in our our third eye, or in a dream state?

[@chromberries7329]

Christina Culver no. it's a psychotic mental illness, a severe mental illness, not some third eye shit. a friend of mine has schizophrenia and although he's on meds it's still the worst thing. he sees awful crazy shit and it's not a glimpse into the future, it's pure insanity and it puts him in an awful situation where he wants to die or hurt himself. it's not an enlightening experience. stop being so ignorant, it's extremely offensive.

[@christinaculver5678]

@@chromberries7329 I have had it since 1998. It is awful, I don't disagree with that.

[@christinaculver5678]

Why can't the doctor just answer the question?

[@chromberries7329]

Christina Culver because the question isn't worth the time. you're asking a question about spirituality, that's like me asking my doctor about God or something like that. what you're asking isn't based in science, so if he were to say perhaps it is a spiritual experience (first of all: he should not be a trusted professional if he thinks/believes so) it is coming from his personal opinion, not a scientific fact or helpful advice. you do not understand doctors, dear. they are there to treat what's there, not lead you on a spiritual path.

[@djamac1664]

A lot of respect. Stay strong.

[@egoadsr]

I acccidentally fall on your videos, i was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder when i was 33yo, but i've had some troubles since i was 18yo ( i didn't told this to anyone until my 33yo ), at the time i just completely lost the reality, i was 100% of my time into delusions. Doctors gave me some neuroleptics ( sorry i'm french, and sometimes i don't have the courage to find the right translation ), wich help me a lot. Actually, i have no medication, and i feel ok, i know now, when my brain start to derail, and i force myself to think that those stranges ideas are not real. The idea that you are "not normal" is a bad thing too, it's a sort of bad spiral, you start to hate yourself, then the others... i avoid this idea too. I stopped listening to sad music, because i'm really affected by my entourage. One of my big problem was with birds ( the sound they emitted was transformed into insults... all the day, the worse was the blackbird ( merle in french ) because they have different sounds... well now, the birds sound like birds, and if something strange happen in my brain, i rapidelly switch my thoughts to another thing, or force myself to hear the bird sound and not the transformed sound... but i know that it ask a lot of efforts, to shut up the strange things... but it's possible trust me ;)

[@BoganBrett]

I'm glad this channel has made me realise there's more schizoaffectives out there than just me. :)

[@egoadsr]

Yes you're not alone ;) and you know, puting us into a very defined type of illness is a bit of shortcut, when i read the symptoms, i'm a mix between schizoaffective, schizoparanoid, and only depressive, i've met people diagnosed with the same kind of illness but react totally differently. And there is different level too, with some you could talk, and some others, it's impossible they are too high. Everyone is different, and so the illness too... IMO ^^

[@bonzo6801]

I love how you explain things...first hand,simple and honest. People who truly believe that marijuana could help people with mental illnesses are idiots. I was never afraid of anyone with mental illness, I just felt useless because I didn't know how to help. That's what I'm trying to learn.

[@LivingDead53]

The guy with severe PTSD back from combat didn't assault me, but he froze by me and started cussing at me for asking too many questions, and I wasn't talking to him. He was talking to someone who wasn't me It was creepy. He would walk and freeze, walk and freeze. I avoided him. For some reason, he really hated me. You should do a video on your psych ward experiences. I could type to myself all day.

[@luiswmartinez91]

Much love Jacob! Keep up with the videos :)

[@neobahamut4057]

I have Schizoaffective disorder and i just wanted to share my first experience with you, i started getting attacked by negative entities when i was 19 after my father passed away, it was like my parts of my body would wake up and parts of my mind would wake up but for the life of me i could not open my eyes and on multiple occasions i almost stopped breathing due to those attacks, it was not sleep apnea, i got check out and i know the difference. I found getting into meditation has helped me a great deal. As i am a deeply spiritual person, like my soul is connected to this planet deep. The hardest part is being able to stop before you break out full blown rage is THE hardest challenge in my life.

[@SeanMcNerney]

Yeah & they say get off the meds. Not that simple. Without my meds I would go completely insane. I tried stopping, doesn't work. I stay on my meds because I have no choice. Thanks for the video.!

[@CindyNyxRavenmoon]

Hi Jacob. I'm sorry that people are so rude to you. I love your videos! You help so many people understand this condition, keep up the great work.

[@smithzach420]

Hey I just watched schizophrenia on a bad day and I think it's good that your putting it out there to show people what it's like. Not a lot of people actually understand what it's like.

[@bubbieeessszz]

Hey man, started watching your videos a couple days ago. the first one i saw was Schizophrenic on a bad day, and at first i was really suprised because i never really understood what schizophrenia was. When i hear schizopreniz i think of like smeagol and Gollum from lord of the rings. two personalities talking through you kinda... but after watching your videos i now understand more how it works. But at the same time i will never really understand what is going through you mind. and that fascinates me, i dont know why. And hearing your stories and how you menage to live with your sicknes is really fascinating and touching. and you seem to accept your sickness and work with it instead of fighting it. embrace your flaws and accept you for you.. thats inspiring!! Keep making videos and ill keep watching! sorry for my bad english, peace from sweden.

[@MinorMeriwether]

thanks for speaking on it.

[@LOVEAapjes]

I saw your old videos a few years ago and wow! It's like you can concentrate waaaaay more :) ps your story is really inspirational and your voice beautiful

[@eyeoflight1594]

My landlord called me paranoid when I addressed my worries with bugs spreading into my apartment, and that really upset me. He doesn't know what paranoid even is, that's just worrying. I hate going around people and trying to explain anything about my issues. I don't really owe anyone any explanation. I'm sorry you are struggling with this stuff. I hate medication. Hate it . I'm schizo too and drugs, especially Mary Jane is a huge no for me, makes it much worse.

[@prettymommy6579]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. You are awesome.

[@aolien2739]

Thanks for all of the info on your videos man. Really helpful to hear from someone with a lot of experience. As for the cannabis comment, I completely agree. I was in denial that it triggered more paranoia when I developed schizophrenia but when I stopped I noticed dramatic differences. However, CBDs help a TON, and lack the psychoactive compound (THC), but give me pretty much every medicinal benefit I ever wanted from smoking weed without being paranoid and lazy.

[@colty7764]

You handle this illness with amazing calmness and dignity. Whatever you're doing to keep it in check, just keep it up.

[@MissVioletSage]

Great video. I also can't stand people preaching god to me. "Take Jesus in your heart" kind of preaching. Like god is punishing me & I need his help & magically it will go away. Ignorant. I don't need to hear that bs- not everyone believes in the same stuff. Very frustrating. No prayer helps get through mental torture.

[@ellagarnica8895]

Yes it does that's all demons u guys hear telling u to hurt yourself prayers work

[@iiLeeDz]

So basically being on schizophrenia is like tripping on shrooms 24/7 but having a bad trip instead of a good one? And what happens if a schizophrenic person uses psychodelic drugs?

[@chromberries7329]

iiLeeDz if you have a psychotic mental illness, you probably will not have a good time on psychodelics or hallucinogens. just a thought :/

[@jasontroy8712]

I smoked weed not a lot but one time the TV in the other room was saying one thing and I was hearing another I was so paranoid . I have been in 16 mental hospitals 15 involuntary minimum 2 week stay each except last time just 4 days. I have schizoaffective bipolar type psychosis pushed by mania my psychologist says it's schizophrenia on steroids.

[@philipgroot7660]

Hey dude, I just wanted to say I really enjoy watching ur vids. Theyre calming, especially the stories you tell. Hope youre having a nice day!

[@boyar1978]

I was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and i would sometimes have episodes where I will fly off the handle over something trivial. My ex-girlfriend's sister once asked me to do dishes and i flew into a rage because of that. I slammed a door and threw plastic bottles around the room I was in. Since I am aware that I might get angry at unpredictable times I make a point to keep things around that I would not be too upset if i damaged them. A soda bottle that I will recycle is a good example of something i keep around for when I have rages. Interestingly I have never hit anyone. the only time I ever hit my girlfriend was when we were on vacation in Viet Nam and we got into an argument and she started kicking me in the chest and i ended up hitting her when I was trying to block her kicks and scratches.

[@angiereuter4809]

Having this disorder as well. These videos are great. Relatable. And very true.

[@Giulysunshine]

I'm recovering from bpd and when i used to smoke weed i got a very bad paranoia. I also saw my room like it was the first time i saw it...definitely mental disorders and weed is not a good combination

[@prettymommy6579]

Giulysunshine I don't understand...did you say you are "recovering" from bi polar disorder?? Once you have this, you always have it. Maybe you are getting treated for it. Which is wonderful! I just don't want a misunderstanding. This is a mental disorder that will always be there, but it absolutely can be treated, and you can have a great life,!!

[@Amirsha36]

Hi I am schizophrenic too I connect with everything you say, you strengthen me and teach me to express myself Thank you you are amazing please keep making videos Love you

[@LivingDead53]

I will say that not all mental patients are as docile as you are. It's not always just schizophrenics either. My roommate with schizophrenia/damage tried to break my neck while I was sleeping. I woke up and stayed up. She went back to bed. The next day she asked for a new room and wouldn't look at me. Probably voices there. She told me she heard voices the day before. She was slow. Something happened to her with chemicals in the army, and she was also brain-damaged. She spent most of her time coloring. She finally went home with her husband. She liked him but didn't talk to many others, very quiet and polite.

[@Bjooooom]

Can you also have really bad weed experiences without having schizophrenia? I’m really worried I might have this or if it’s just my anxiety

[@johnnyregs2378]

I smoked bud every day for ten years. Then my panic disorder reared its ugly head and I couldn't smoke without having a terrible panic attack. Haven't smoked in 7 years and my anxiety is finally back to kind of normal.

[@michelleyisanobody1821]

i have a few family members that have schizophrenia and I've had some traumatic experiences in my life. is it even possible for it to develop later in life? sorry if that's stupid question

[@complimentbotd7232]

michelley is a nobody there are no stupid questions mate, with that said i really can't help you, but maybe by liking and commenting more people will be able to see this and answer it in a much more constructive and satisfying way than this.

[@theodorp6305]

schizophrenia maybe linked to genetics , so yeah it s possible. But everyone is possible to manifest the illness for various reasons so don t worry about that, it s like worrying about an earthquake to happen.!

[@sydneyl9732]

michelley is a nobody it definitely is possible

[@Gentlesideoffury]

dunno how old you're talking about but I got diagnosed when I was 22

[@CaalamusTube]

Early onset is less common. Late onset is rare. The normal onset range is preadolescence through early adulthood. That having been said... it happens!

[@jjc8619]

Thanks for sharing, I honestly believed that people with schizophrenia were more likely to be violent not less, I think I have schizophrenia I'm on anti phycotics. Thanks for putting the record straight on that

[@RosanneBekker]

You're the best, buddy. And you're the best buddy

[@matthewgarland693]

Hey man, Thank you so much for sharing this video, I really appreciate it a lot. I am very interested in Schizophrenia and mental health right now becasue of a new relationship. Thank you, Thank you, Matt

[@Investigativebean]

Marijuana is not the cure all that enthusiasts want it to be. I’ve been told “you just have to try the right strain, mode, method, etc” I smoked recreationally for many years. When it came to trying to use it therapeutically for pain, and anxiety, it failed. If anything I was more anxious, and that caused my body to tense up increasing my chronic pain. I have always experienced what I can only describe as a histamine reaction to MJ. Itchy eyes, stuffy nose, tightness in my chest, etc. I tried edibles before, and I literally thought I was drowning in the shower. It was so absurd, and I laugh in hindsight, but at the time it was terrifying.

[@stoneyvowell1239]

I was just recently diagnosed with schizophrenia, I kind of always knew I had it but I didn't fit the dsm-4 criteria. But now with the DSM-5 I do because the hallucinations and delusions are now in the symptom list not the diagnosable list. My question is why would I need antipsychotics when I don't really show symptoms of being psychotic!!!?

[@Ralfester]

Thank you for your input! I like your videos and I'm trying to do a tribute / fictional book about mental illnesses, and you're like a mentor! Keep up the good work! =)

[@fernandaam3471]

Greetings from Mexico!!! Keep going

[@ЮлияТищенко-г6х]

Okey, I believe ,my comment is strange, but the man I liked or loved, I don't know, hurt me so much. So I am sitting and crying and I am watching your video, and it helps me, it makes me believe, that my "problems" are not so much important. I hope that your video will help me. Thank you!

[@mikemasse4942]

Weed is what triggered my schizophrenia. And the worst anxiety and panic attacks too. Never had any mental problems before I smoked weed. I heard voices in grade 2 a little bit but they went away and I never told anyone. I smoked weed in grade 9 and boom I was mentally ill for life. DO NOT smoke weed if you have mental illness

[@Defeft]

should i just see a normal doctor if i feel i have anxiety problems or do i need to see a psychiatrist or smth

[@Ihaveschizophrenia1]

I think going to a normal doctor would be good, but they might suggest to go to a psychiatrist, and not sure if they would give you anything to help.

[@Defeft]

IhaveSchizophrenia can they diagnose me at least? like tell me whats wrong

[@amber_Forever16]

go to a psychiatrist because doctors like to prescribe benzos way to much which are very addictive and can lead to other mental illness... i went thru that. the benzos started my psychosis.

[@Defeft]

Amberlei Moon i think ill go to a doctor first anyway just to make sure its not something else, also im in the UK so do they prescribe the same medication here?

[@amber_Forever16]

yea i would go to a doctor too but wanted to warn you not to try things like xanax, klonopin, or valium first. They do like giving these medications also known as Benzodiazepines in the UK as well. Some talk therapy should be used first but if your anxiety is crippling and you have to take them then do so.

[@LivingDead53]

We're treated worse than hardened criminals before we do anything. Prisons look like heaven compared to where we end up. I mostly sliced and diced myself. I sprayed blood all over the walls. I'm not an angel. I've assaulted both of my grandmas, but one was because I couldn't think and wanted away from her (scared), and the other time was because the other grandma startled me, and I slapped her by accident. It shook the one grandma up and the other one was like, don't worry about it, sweetie. They love me, and I try to be a good pet.

[@rodesok]

Hi, I'm going to work with schizophrenic people next week for a year and I really am gratefull you share your thoughts. Makes me more known with how I should act. Do you maybe got some tips for me as a social work student? :) Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@BrichardWoW]

Are you able to work/study with your condition?

[@rebeccamendez2691]

awesomeness to u jacob - 🌟🌟🌟 it's always nice 2 listen 2 u.

[@Investigativebean]

Yelling for friends was normal when I was a kid. We all used to yell up at the back of each other’s houses.

[@MariaIsAbbnormal]

Wow, I'm in love with both your voice and your cat.

[@eliasnuefnuef4624]

Im afraid, that I have schizophrenia or I will get it

[@jennyberry620]

thanks this is so helpful I would like to use this video in education sessions for nurses and patients if thats ok with you.......

[@amandalynnagain]

Hereeeee kitty kitty kitty

[@Ihaveschizophrenia1]

Meow

[@flamuremerllahu3450]

+IhaveSchizophrenia hey man hallucination are real they are devils listen every day surah of quran in youtube just try and say Allah akbar when u see hallucination and u will see just try selam man peace

[@medicinemouse7647]

Flamur Emerllahu hey just wanna point out I have hallucinations when Rhamadan is going on and all the demons are locked up so like chill. Yes prayer and closeness with God has helped my issues a bit, but it's not that simple for everyone. If you wanna suggest wards and Surah as a treatment go ahead but don't dismiss psychiatric instances as just demons or possession, etc. I hope you have a wonderful day though, inshallah. salaam

[@memenatsuki2577]

what if I told you there's nothing inherently wrong with you, and that all your issues stem from abuse? no, no it cannot be, I'm innocent? almost brings you to tears *because it's true!* Our minds are more shaped by our experiences in life more than genetics, mental illness are caused, and held in tight by stress mostly by our parents. Seek Gabor Mate, once we face our main issues in life we can heal and live happier lives.

[@jenniferhegwood2929]

I have schizophrenia and I take haloperidol with tactile hallucinations daily. My doctor is going to put me on Seroquel. She is starting me off on a low dose of 25mg. I have this illness and watch your videos.

[@R0KURU]

I have someone in my town a cpl grades older than me, well graduated 6 or so years ago.. I know he is a schizophrenic, when I see him walk past me (he copes well) should I ever say hi or just leave him be like I usually do, when I see him?

[@blakechurch6096]

Brother can I ask you and or others struggling with schizophrenia what your honest opinions are with mental health medications? I have PTSD and other mental health issues due from combat...just curious what your guys opinions are?

[@sjay9398]

It bothers me that u don't look at the camera anymore

[@krisswink8667]

Do u think schitzophrenia as far as bad hallucinating can stay dorment without meds for a long time like years?

[@Laughing-Carly]

I had four great uncles and two great grandparents that had schizophrenia plus I come from a long line of mental illness

[@grainnechambers3906]

When you first started being treated did it affect your school life to the point that you had to repeat any years?

[@TheDopestMom]

Hi! Cannabis may not help you, you personal but from experience as being diagnosed with schizophrenia myself... doctors told me NOT to smoke weed and I had the worst time of my life. Once I started consuming cannabis, everything went calm for me. No it doesn't 'cure' me, but it keeps me leveled on a day to day bases without meds! And i know many many other people who choose cannabis for their psychosis mental illness. It's ok that it doesn't help you , but you also should do your own research into the CBD aspect of cannabis!

[@lukaszkrawczyk4724]

If you would be okay with it, Is there any way I can contact you for advice on schizophrenia?

[@skyquack]

I cant smoke pot either it sends me into a mini psychosis. I get hyper paranoid and delusional. Before my onset i could smoke and be fine and i smokes on ocasion but after the onset i just cant its so intense for me the high is such a terrafying caotic event. I wish i could smoke but i just cant. Ive tried different strains and found 2 out of the many many ive tried BUT even those strains gave me an intense high that was to much to handel.

[@skyquack]

I went through a self harming phase which was unusual for me and im not entirely sure if my brain has just endured to much damage from going through several different psychoses or if it was my meds causeing some issue in my mood BUT i started taking a mood stabelizer and havent self harmed since. Schizophrenia is so complicated. :/ its exhousting.

[@beasonproject9129]

You don't understand it until you actually have it.

[@ShopWornFairy]

best video yet

[@Laughing-Carly]

That’s unless they’re psychopaths and sadists that enjoy hurting people

[@sid5652]

I was reading about weed for schizophrenics once it said that if the cannabis is THC heavy which is the psychedelic part of weed, then yes it would be awful for a schizophrenics. However there is CBD in cannabis which is the relaxing part. So they take the THC out and give only CBD for child who have seizures or cancer and that type could be helpful. But ya why risk it if Seroquel is working so well.

[@Paramite84]

Biggest misconceptions come from movies. Oh, I'm diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.

[@Investigativebean]

There are statistical data that shows marijuana use significantly impacts psychopathy, and can intensify preexisting conditions like schizophrenia.

[@messiahbookz63]

strange i mean I'm not diagnosed but weed while it does make me have a lot more schizo symptoms it still helped me deal with anxiety and negativity but at some point it made me feel more anxiety but i interpreted that as it trying to make me face and overcome all of it. i feel like i have all the negative symptoms but I'm a real weird person, like i feel like for me i would never consider a psychiatrist or any doctor as knowing me or able to help me more than myself. these days when I'm high i get kinda bad with algophia i think, for me nature and spirituality like meditation helped me so much i would never consider taking any meds i feel like they are made to make you worse and then dependent on them. interested in other peoples thoughts on this issue since I'm sure I'm a minority with this perspective.

[@sydneyschmidt4267]

Youre awesome:)

[@prettyprrrrettaygood]

Unsolicited, uninformed advice - yep. I feel you homie.

[@mariao9613]

i love hearing you talk. im so intrigued by the way you explain things. papi qué rico😩

[@julietabernal5448]

How can I help yo calm down someone that have a psicotic episode?

[@cassandraflannigan7489]

I don't think it's right for anybody with mental illnesses should be stigmatized because we are human and we all have feelings I don't see anyone with a mental illnesse as a monster or something to be feared mental health is very important and we should talk about the mental health issues more so there is more understanding and less fear less stigma and more acceptance and its super upsetting when you See criminals and people blame mental illnesses for the criminals behaviour for killing people and stealing never blame criminal behaviour on mental illnesses that's unfair to people with mental illnesses aren't criminals aren't dangerous they are people who have sickness that should be treated stay strong

[@Tardis]

I love that you're able to humanize, and normalized something that has been such a mystery to most of us.

[@sabrinapugs]

I also have schizophrenia but it’s more minor compared to my anxiety disorder, so I use CBD weed solely to treat my anxiety to prevent stress induced psychotic episodes... and I’m absolutely a rare case that has not suffered negative repercussions from smoking CBD, but really surprised people suggest smoking weed for schizos. My only experience with prolonged really life shattering psychosis was induced from smoking a sativa strain... aka stfu recommending weed as a solution for everything and anything @ the ppl who don’t know shit about schizophrenia. - someone who completely endorses cannabis use for medicinal purposes but wishes people would do an ounce of research before speaking

[@fallinghairlesscat]

Have you researched epigenetics? The implications of this study and schizophrenia are interesting, at least to me. What factors in your life do you think could have caused these genes to express themselves?

[@fallinghairlesscat]

Moreover what about the lives of others?

[@andreapandolfo1648]

Hi my name is Andrea I'm from Italy I start to make video about schizophrenia because I have schizophrenia too and you are an inspiration for me thank you for your videos

[@sabinacazacu1367]

how old is he?

[@cindys6775]

Aman! Preach it honey!

[@angelofneo]

what about meditation?

[@lilbeviltwin]

How about weed high in cbd and very low thc?

[@HunterHayesification]

cbd is for pain dumbass, he has a mental disorder not arthritis. Your comment is the exact comment he doesn't want to see

[@vinife09]

CBD is also being researched for psychiatric conditions, "dumbass", including schizophrenia. And I should mention, don't self medicate, specially with weed.

[@josephbraswell372]

Marijuana isn't good for people who are mentally ill. The only time you need marijuana is for medicinal reasons for cancer, HIV/AIDS, or other diseases that will help with pain. I honestly think that marijuana doesn't help people mentally and yes it does feel amazing but it does makes thing worse mentally such as paranoia, anxiety levels, and hallucination. I could be wrong but I used to smoke marijuana and ever sense then I have not been feeling right. Been PROFESSIONALLY DIAGNOSED as bipolar and panic disorder, and I take PRESCRIBED medication. I'm very opened about my illness just like this guy and it's because that I feel like I should encourage others to not feel ashamed by any mental illness instead of people holding it in because they're ashamed of what people would think.

[@AnnaBulaklak369]

I have Schizophrenia and I'm not violent.