ABSTRACT

Early intervention in psychotic disorders, particularly schizophrenia, has been increasingly recognized as important by clinicians and policymakers alike. The benefits to patients and their carers include timely treatment, minimization of secondary morbidity and prevention of relapse. It seems likely that the course of illness can be positively inf

chapter 1|3 pages

Introduction—an overview

chapter 3|26 pages

Conceptual and background issues

chapter 6|12 pages

The clinical research interface

chapter 7|25 pages

Ultra high risk research findings

chapter 8|13 pages

Future directions