Brain scans and tests are beneficial for providing specific information about schizophrenia and helping to clarify the basic structure of the brain. Unfortunately, they cannot provide a thorough understanding of a person's experiences with their symptoms or what their specific difficulties are. By combining brain scans with an individual's own reports of their experiences, clinical observations of the individual, and clinical assessments from a psychiatrist or psychologist. Researchers and clinicians can gain a better understanding of the disorder and how it affects individuals on a daily basis.