When the words psychological disorder pop into ones head, usually the first thoughts are that individuals with these disorders are mentally insane, but that would be a vague explanation of the term. Pinel (2009) states,” Psychiatric disorders (psychological disorders) are disorders of psychological function sufficiently severe to require treatment by a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist” (p. 456).Psychological disorders are being seen all over the world. These disorders do not discriminate against gender, race, upper class or lower class society, young or old; it can affect anyone. Individuals suffering from schizophrenia often withdraw from the outside world or act out in confusion and panic. A psychological disorder may result in an individual wanting a social life or special fulfillment; they might start to consider that there is something off beam with their persona and not their health. In this realm of psychological disorders exist one called schizophrenia; what it is one might ask? Well, let’s find out.When the words psychological disorder pop into ones head, usually the first thoughts are that individuals with these disorders are mentally insane, but that would be a vague explanation of the term. Pinel (2009) states,” Psychiatric disorders (psychological disorders) are disorders of psychological function sufficiently severe to require treatment by a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist” (p. 456).Psychological disorders are being seen all over the world. These disorders do not discriminate against gender, race, upper class or lower class society, young or old; it can affect anyone. Individuals suffering from schizophrenia often withdraw from the outside world or act out in confusion and panic. A psychological disorder may result in an individual wanting a social life or special fulfillment; they might start to consider that there is something off beam