Schizophrenia means you have a split personality.

This is incorrect. Schizophrenia frequently causes a range of symptoms, but none of them include multiple personalities. The majority of the population's only encounter with the condition is through movies or media. As a result, they are unable to detect the signs of schizophrenia. Believing incorrectly that patients with the condition have "split" or multiple personalities. The term "schizo" literally means "split" in Greek. However, it refers to gaps (or a splitting) in a person's ability to think and express emotions in this scenario. Split personalities, also known as Dissociative Identity Disorder or Multiple Personality Disorder, are not the same as schizophrenia.

For persons suffering with schizo, there is a divide between reality and fantasy. Delusions and hallucinations may occur, and emotions may become inappropriate. There is uncertainty regarding who is genuine and who is not. Many people mistakenly assume that patients with schizophrenia only have hallucinations and delusions. This comes as no surprise. Psychotic symptoms are distinctive and frequently terrifying. As a result, popular culture emphasizes these symptoms more than other symptoms linked with schizophrenia. Schizophrenics are known to hear voices and see things that are not real. However, they can have negative symptoms such as poor motivation and trouble developing social bonds. They are dissatisfied with their daily routines. According to the American Psychological Association, they seldom talk and have difficulties paying attention.