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Treatment
Adaptive Method
From the time we are born,
humans begin merging into society.
This process, which is normal for others,
is a problem for the
schizoid.
The Adaptive Method
assists us to move away from the expectations of society,
and enables us to function within our schizoid limitations.
The schizoid person has a
schizoid foundation which is an inherent part of his/her personality,
and cannot be changed.
Some of the problems, which
arise as a result of this personality, are reversible and may be eliminated.
Thus the stress involved
in relationships can be eliminated.
Negative social
experiences will have resulted in a low self-esteem, a lack of faith in oneself
and in others.
However, by creating
positive experiences, confidence and self-esteem can be enhanced or restored.
The method to improve the
schizoid’s quality of life, is called the Adaptive
Method.
It is a life plan which can be initiated
gradually, by introducing activities slowly.
FIRST STEP : THOSE INTERESTED IN USING THIS METHOD, MUST BE AWARE
OF THEIR PERSONAL LIMITATIONS
BEFORE INCORPORATING
THE ADAPTATIVE
METHOD INTO THEIR LIFE.
A- The Total
Schizoid
The pure schizoid lacks
many resources, but should not give up by being pessimistic
and believing that nothing
can be done.
The total schizoid will need help, even though he may not request it.
And it’s possible that he
may be able to live independently.
Nevertheless, his life must
still have some kind of meaning, thus he needs a life plan.
B- The Intermediate Schizoid
1- REMOVING
OBSTACLES
1.a. Avoid depression.
Nothing
can be achieved when you are depressed.
1.b. Minimize social interaction.
Social interaction
creates stress, so maintain it at a minimum.
1.c. Work in a suitable work
environment. Try working with things or ideas, rather than
in situations
where
you have direct contact with people.
2- CONCENTRATE
ON
2.a. Solitary work
which will satisfy you, and increase self-esteem. Find a hobby.
2.b. Specialize in
something – do not rely on your personality.
2.c. Search for
and maintain some satisfactory, personal relationship.
Take advantage of the opportunities
offered by the Internet.
2.d. Give affection without expecting anything in return.
Exercises to increase the emotion and the affection.
Be prepared to compliment
people when you’re sincere about it
- “I like your dress, your dog, your house, your city…”
“Your performance was
great”, “Your
town is very warm and welcoming”, “I hope you succeed”
In letters say, “I would
like to hug you”, “You’re
great”, “I love to write to you”, etc.
Be supportive by saying,
“You’ve got my support”, “You can rely on me”, etc. Give gifts, take care of
someone,
provide support, develop relationships.
Where appropriate, learn
to use set phrases like: “Congratulations on your pregnancy or your birthday,
good luck, please
accept my condolences.
Give short greetings and
farewells, show signs of respect,
try to understand others and, when possible, try to please others.
2.e. Be productive in your idle time.. The inclination
towards fantasy, requires energy.
Rather direct this energy into something
productive, like an enjoyable hobby.
You can remain as a marginal
people. IT IS NECESSARY TO AVOID THIS.
Neither
is sufficient to “bear” the life. It's very healthy to
have a life plan,
a satisfactory personal project, something to live for.
3-TIPS
3.a. . Some schizoids exchange their lack of motivation for a sense of duty.
Their sense of duty enables them to meet certain
obligations.
3.b. . Try to maintain a small social circle.
3.c. . Maintain ties with
family, even if they are far away.
3.d. Live alone, but try to ensure that there are people nearby.
3.e. Do things. Force yourself to get out of the house, and do something
specific.
4- ANTISCHIZOPHRENIC
TREATMENT
Some psychiatrists may prescribe antischizophrenic drugs because schizoids and schizophrenics
share certain symptoms, such as anhedonia,
lack of affection, asocial behavior.
However, no results have been
published.
Comments
1- The schizoid whose life
is not adapted will suffer
A non-adapted schizoid
life leads to: ++ Depression ++ Anxiety ++ Somatic
disorders
++ Temporary psychotic
episodes ++Depersonalization
and feelings of worthlessness
2- It is a mistake to
attempt to make the schizoid a sociable person.
TESTIMONY
: A Puzzle
We felt like lost pieces, and they kept us in another
puzzle box. Being wrong pieces, we cannot always fit in.
It is important to realize
that this is not our puzzle. Trying to
force the piece to fit is a ridiculous effort,
unnecessary, tiring. We should create
our own puzzle from what we actually have: just one piece...
Make it fit our own puzzle,
piece by piece, just as the primitive original cell continued dividing until it
created
an entirely new organism... Invest in the process. Why
try to fit in a place which is not ours?
We'll only succeed provided
we comply with who we are.
Adapted from Max Steiner .
Are you schizoid? Check the Test
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