Specific characteristics associated with mental illness, whose presence suggests a probable diagnosis of schizophrenia. These encompass auditory hallucinations, where the individual hears conversing or commenting voices; thought broadcasting, a belief that one’s thoughts are being projected to the external world; thought insertion, the conviction that external forces are placing thoughts into one’s mind; thought withdrawal, the sensation of thoughts being extracted from the mind; and passivity, the perception of external control over thoughts and actions. These symptoms might also arise from other conditions, including psychiatric issues linked to the harmful impacts of illicit drugs. It’s crucial to eliminate these alternative factors before confirming a diagnosis of schizophrenia.