First Episode Psychosis
An Information Guide
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Ailments & Diseases, Mental Health, Psychology, Family & Relationships
| Author: | Sarah Bromley, OT Reg (Ont), Monica Choi, MD | ISBN: | 9781770525986 |
| Publisher: | Centre for Addiction and Mental Health | Publication: | March 1, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Centre for Addiction and Mental Health | Language: | English |
| Author: | Sarah Bromley, OT Reg (Ont), Monica Choi, MD |
| ISBN: | 9781770525986 |
| Publisher: | Centre for Addiction and Mental Health |
| Publication: | March 1, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Centre for Addiction and Mental Health |
| Language: | English |
A first episode of psychosis is confusing and frightening for those who experience it, and for their family and friends. This distress is heightened when those involved don’t understand what is happening, and what can be done to help. This brief and helpful guide outlines the symptoms, phases, causes, different types and the treatment of psychosis. This knowledge can help to increase understanding, and to promote recovery.
A first episode of psychosis is confusing and frightening for those who experience it, and for their family and friends. This distress is heightened when those involved don’t understand what is happening, and what can be done to help. This brief and helpful guide outlines the symptoms, phases, causes, different types and the treatment of psychosis. This knowledge can help to increase understanding, and to promote recovery.
