Define schizophrenia and list five symptoms of the disorder.

Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior. People with this disorder may experience hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized speech or behavior.

1. Delusions: Delusions are false beliefs that are not based in reality and are usually bizarre, unfounded, and irrational.\ \n2. Hallucinations: These are perception-like experiences that occur without an external stimulus. They are vivid and clear. The most common hallucinations in schizophrenia are auditory.\ \n3. Disorganized speech: This is characterized by the inability to organize thoughts and can manifest in various ways, for example, in the form of speech that does not make sense.\ \n4. Grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior: This may include engaging in behavior that isn't goal-oriented, leading to difficulties in performing daily activities.\ \n5. Negative symptoms: These are characterized by diminished emotional expression or avolition, such as lack of pleasure in everyday life, lack of ability to begin and sustain planned activities.