Nonetheless, research has shown that with adequate treatment, many persons with schizophrenia may recover significantly, if not completely, from their condition. Many people, for example, live reasonably normal lives outside of hospitals, working and interacting with family and friends on a regular basis. However, because symptoms may come and go, individuals who suffer from this disorder cannot simply "snap out of it" just by thinking about it or willing themselves to do so. If you have schizophrenia, your doctor will help you decide what kind of life you can lead now, taking into account any symptoms you might be experiencing at the time. Most people with schizophrenia are treated with medication, either alone or combined with other treatments such as talk therapy or electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). It is important to remember that schizophrenia does not mean you cannot handle the responsibilities of life. The disease may make you feel like you cannot be trusted not to hurt others, but this is only because of the way you feel right now. If you are not hurting anyone, then there is no reason why you could not hold a job or go to school. Schizophrenia is a brain disorder that causes severe problems with thinking and feeling. This means that even after being diagnosed with the disease, you still have the ability to think critically and form relationships.