Profile: Victoria A., Living with Schizophrenia

Victoria was diagnosed with schizophrenia in 2006. “I have schizophrenia but I’m not defined by it,” she says. “I’m a wife, a mother, a daughter and a friend first.” She credits her treatment and support for managing her serious mental illness. “You can actually be a stronger person because of it.” If you or a loved one has a serious mental illness and needs help, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP. Learn more at www.samhsa.gov/serious-mental-illness.