I like to tell anyone with Schio... that not to get to caught up with the name of there mental illness. I have been through a lot-Doctors-hospitals-therapists etc and they told me never get to caught up with the name of their diagnois. Bipolar illness has parnoid thoughs and psychosis as well. I take an antipsycotic medication and a mood stabilizer for Bipolar. Recovery is possible and takes time and patience-we all need love, suport, and medications to fully recover and be ourselves again. Accepting your strenghts and weaknesses is really important once diagnosed with a mental illness. Never give up and look for the positive things you have in life. I once was a high achiver and gotten a univerisity degree, but I got sick with Bipolar and my world has changed around such as, my limitations of what I want or can do for a job. However, I am keeping strong by journalizing, using support groups, attending regular Doctor appt's and taking my meds, and I have a sense of spirtuality. Also, reading books about an illness, going for walks, etc. has helped me come along my recovery.
Good luck to Everyone and keep well!