Mental Health Nursing–January 2017 SECTION-1 1 Long essay (any one) 3+5+7-15 💘 (1) Define schizophrenia Schizophrenia: A mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions. Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. People with schizophrenia may seem like they have lost touch with reality, which can be distressing for them and for their loved