The root cause of schizophrenia is thought to include a very complicated mix of genetics, environment, and brain chemistry, making it a complicated condition to treat. Read about how new research on the relationship between inflammation and schizophrenia is producing promising results and new avenues for integrative treatment.

One of the most challenging aspects of mental health treatment is establishing causation. Taking an Advil for a headache may relieve symptoms, but if the underlying cause of the headache happens to be a brain tumor, the effect is likened to that of attempting to climb Mt. Everest blindfolded.

If we get a cut, the area around it becomes red, swollen, and hot. This is an example of acute inflammation, which works to heal the cut and prevent infection. This kind of inflammation is a good thing. Once the cut is healed the inflammation resolves.