Reflections from individuals with schizophrenia on a life with delusions and hallucinations: a phenomenological study

The findings highlight the pervasive psychological, physical, and social burden of living with delusions and hallucinations and the variability in coping resources and support. Developing and evaluating tailored psychosocial interventions may help individuals with schizophrenia manage these experiences more effectively. These findings suggest the need for developing psychoeducation programs focused on identifying personal symptom triggers, family-based support interventions that enhance communication and stigma reduction, and community mental health interventions aimed at strengthening coping skills, social participation, and emotional regulation.