Aligarh, May 26 -- The Department of Psychiatry, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), observed World Schizophrenia Awareness Day, by organizing an awareness programme at OPD 8, aimed at sensitizing the public on the importance of early detection and treatment of schizophrenia.

Chaired by Dr. Mohd Reyazuddin and Dr. Jitendra Kumar, the event featured an insightful lecture by Dr. Shalija Singh, Senior Resident, who emphasized recognizing early warning signs such as social withdrawal, unusual thoughts, or behavioral changes. She urged family members, relatives, and neighbors to encourage timely consultation with mental health professionals to ensure effective treatment and improved quality of life for patients....