I was diagnosed with sza when I was 28 years old. It has been a rocky road ever since. I believe my diagnosis is correct. I am more schizophrenic off meds. Most people don't know I'm ill. I don't disclose it to everybody, especially the people I work with. I am doing fine now. However, it took me a long time for me to accept my condition. I was off meds in my early 40's and was hospitalized off and on for four years. I finally accepted my condition and have been compliant with meds for the past five years. I feel a whole lot better on meds than off. I am happy with what I have. I'll never be rich or smarter than I am. But, I feel for what it is worth, I am doing ok despite what I've been through with my illness. I am grateful.