Paulina Aghakhani Aghakhani, 1
Mrs. Setaghian
English 10, period 2
December 1, 2013
Schizophrenia
Imaginary friends are appropriate for a two year old but when the toddle thinks the
imaginary friend is trying to kill him or her. This may occur if the child suffers from
a serious condition called schizophrenia.
According to the Schizophrenia Health Center, “Schizophrenia is a serious brain
disorder that distorts the way a person thinks, act, expresses emotions, perceives
reality, and relates to others.” It can develop in many ways, including genetics, an
