New therapies help people with schizophrenia – but access is woefully inadequate

Novel treatments include mental exercises to boost cognitive function, as well as strategies that help people with schizophrenia understand the emotions of others.

By: Matthew Kurtz, Wesleyan University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: August 20, 2026

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Last Updated: 2 months ago

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By Matthew Kurtz, Wesleyan University

It’s common to hear casual descriptions of “schizophrenic” behavior, describing a person oscillating between two extremes.

“I really want that luxurious Italian cashmere sweater,” followed by “What am I saying? I can’t even afford a $20 polyester top right now!”

I’m a professor of psychology who studies cognition and rehabilitation in schizophrenia, and I have found that these misunderstandings are not limited to the public. Health officials and political …

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