The First Episode of Psychosis: A Guide for Patients and Their Families by Michael T. M.D. Compton (1-Apr-2009) Paperback

by Beth Broussard

The First Episode of Psychosis is the ideal book for patients experiencing the frightening and confusing initial episode of psychosis, which often occurs during late adolescence or early adulthood, and which affects nearly 3% of all people over the course of their lifetime. The book covers a range of disorders, focusing on primary psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and schizophreniform disorder, clearly describing symptoms, early warning signs, and treatment--information that is essential for patients and families faced with the challenges posed by psychosis. The book also discusses psychiatric evaluation, healthy lifestyle choices, and the stigma often associated with mental illnesses. Worksheets allow readers to keep records of symptoms to facilitate communication with care providers, and an extensive glossary clarifies the dizzying array of terms used by medical professionals. Optimistic, practical, and recovery-oriented, The First Episode of Psychosis will help patients and their families to take an active, informed role in their care to ensure the best possible prognosis.

Genres: Psychiatry, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published March 31, 2009

Reviews

[Natalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read for work -- good basic information about psychosis itself & the road to recovery
(medications + psychosocial interventions); practical advice for families to provide support.

[Marcie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read the updated text from this one. It was a good, accessible primer to first episode psychosis. I really enjoyed the questions it answered for me.

[Sofia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative

It's an informative book. Some parts can feel like they are just breaking down common sense, which can get a bit boring.