First Episode Psychosis
An Information Guide
- Publisher
- Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
- Initial publish date
- Mar 2015
- Category
- Mental Health, Mental Health, General
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781770525986
- Publish Date
- Mar 2015
- List Price
- $4.99
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Description
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.
About the authors
Sarah Bromley is an occupational therapist for the First Episode Psychosis Clinic at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. She is a care coordinator/case manager who performs OT specific functions related to cognitive, social functioning and independent living needs assessments.
Monica Choi completed her psychiatry residency at the University of Toronto. She is currently staff psychiatrist in the First Episode Psychosis Clinic at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.