First episode psychosis : an information guide : a guide for people with psychosis and their families / Sarah Bromley, OT Reg (Ont), Monica Choi, MD, Sabiha Faruqui, MSc (OT)
Edition
Rev. ed
Published
Toronto : Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 2015
What is psychosis -- The symptoms of psychosis -- Phases of psychosis -- The causes of psychosis -- The different types of psychosis -- Treatment of psychosis -- Family involvement -- issues and concerns -- The process of recovery
Summary
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
Notes
Revised edition of: First episode psychosis / Donna Czuchta, Kathryn Ryan. 1999
