there is no evidence to suggest that people with specific personality types, such as INTPs (Introverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Perceiving) in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), have a higher risk of developing schizophrenia or any other mental disorder.
Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurobiological factors. It is not determined by personality type or psychological preferences, as proposed by the MBTI or any other personality typing system.
The MBTI is primarily used to describe and categorize personality traits and preferences, but it is not a diagnostic tool for mental health conditions. The development of schizophrenia is influenced by a complex interplay of genetic vulnerability and environmental stressors, and its onset is often influenced by factors unrelated to personality type.
It's essential to approach the MBTI and other personality typing systems with a critical mindset and recognize that they are primarily tools for understanding general personality tendencies and not predictors of mental health conditions. If you have concerns about your mental health or the mental health of someone you know, it is essential to seek professional evaluation and guidance from qualified healthcare professionals.