some real conc infmation about the extent of the proble how long is lasted, and what way it's disablior di. and medication, various kinds of psychotherapy are usedg in the treatment of thechizophrens. the goals are to help patients understand their illness, to help them identify and manage their needs, including that of aafe environment, anto help them gain control over both their thghts and behavior. and in the psychodynamic treatmt of schizophrenics, it's different than treatment of anxiety disorders. in anxiety disorders, the focus of the treatment is on insight, whereas the psychodymic treatment of schizophrenia has to do with developing a new parental relatiohip. it's the nature of the positive relationship between the patient and the analyst that is curative in this form of treatment. some psychotherapists believe that insig is possible, but it's through the therapist-patient relationship that progressis most often. dr. silver'sork inlv what she calls "rebuilding bridges," teaming upita tit by talking, listeng, drand being a constant source of support throughout the illness. by andar