1 million Americans are treated with schizophrenia each year. There are many myths about schizophrenia, ranging from sufferers not being able to function in society to being violent. Meanwhile, the actual experience of those with schizophrenia is hard for many to imagine. You can watch a TedTalk with Elyn Saks at Ted.com - A tale of mental illness - from the inside. After watching the video, answer the following questions:

1. What symptoms has Elyn experienced? How do these symptoms compare with the symptoms described in your textbook?

2. How has Elyn's schizophrenia affected her career and personal life?

3. Elyn experiences what types of hallucinations and delusions?

4. How does schizophrenia differ from multiple personality disorder, now called dissociate identity disorder?

5. How was Elyn treated when she was institutionalized? What does this treatment illustrate regarding the views of those with mental illness?

6. Distinguish between the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.