Intervening Early in Psychosis: A Comprehensive Guide to Team-Based Care

Mounting evidence from research and clinical experience underscores the significance of early intervention in preventing or delaying the progression of psychotic symptoms, which can lead to more severe psychiatric illnesses. Individuals at high risk of developing psychosis or those with recent onset of psychosis can greatly benefit from tailored interventions that prioritize recovery and functional return.

A Multifaceted Approach to Achieving Recovery

Achieving recovery and remission for individuals experiencing psychosis necessitates a holistic, team-based response. Intervening Early in Psychosis: A Team Approach provides expert guidance on tailoring care to the unique needs of young people experiencing a first-episode psychosis.

Understanding the History of Early Psychosis Services in the US

This book begins by providing an overview of the history of early psychosis services in the United States, including the development of coordinated specialty care (CSC) services. This foundation sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of evidence-based interventions.

Evidence-Based Interventions for Psychosis Recovery

The book presents a range of tailored interventions, including:

• Cognitive-behavioral therapy for psychosis
• Supported employment and education
• Peer, family, lifestyle, and technological interventions

Each intervention is examined in detail, highlighting the critical interplay between them that underpins the success of the multimodal care model outlined in the guide.

The Importance of Interdisciplinary Collaboration

The collaboration of multidisciplinary stakeholders, including licensed therapists, medical providers, employment and education specialists, and peer specialists, is central to the success of the team-based approach. This interdisciplinary approach is reinforced by recovery-oriented language that focuses on healing and recovery rather than disability and illness management.

A Client-Centered Approach to Care

The book also provides an individual and family perspective on the lived experience of psychosis, emphasizing the importance of engaging clients and their support network in a philosophy of shared decision making.

Advocacy and Policy Considerations

Additional chapters discuss advocacy issues and policy considerations when establishing CSC services, as well as the importance of reducing the duration of untreated psychosis to optimize clinical and functional outcomes.

This comprehensive resource is essential reading for clinicians, case workers, peer and vocational specialists, family members, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of the early identification and treatment of individuals with psychotic disorders.

Published by American Psychiatric Association Publishing in May 2019, Intervening Early in Psychosis: A Team Approach is a valuable addition to the field of mental health care.