Early Psychosis Intervention in British Columbia
Information on psychosis, early psychosis intervention programs in British Columbia, how to get help, and the experience of others
About EPI - Early Psychosis Intervention
Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) is an evidenced-based specialized approach to providing services to individuals affected by first episode psychosis. It is aimed at early recognition of psychosis, the provision of timely comprehensive treatments that are stage and age-appropriate, family/caregiver inclusive and with a client-centred strengths ...
Resources - Early Psychosis Intervention
An international network for the study and treatment of early psychosis. Resources include publications, treatment manuals and links for clients and families. The Prevention and Early Intervention Program for Psychoses (PEPP)
Phases of Psychosis - Early Psychosis Intervention
Symptoms of Psychosis; Importance of Early Intervention. Why Intervene Early? Benefits of Early Intervention; Concerned It May Be Psychosis? How Do I Get Help? Safety Risks; Emergency situations; If Treatment in Hospital is Needed; How to Help a Friend or Loved One; How to Cope as a Caregiver or Friend
Warning Signs of Psychosis - Early Psychosis Intervention
About Psychosis. What is Psychosis? Definition of Psychosis; Who gets Psychosis? Phases of Psychosis; Warning Signs of Psychosis; Symptoms of Psychosis; Importance of Early Intervention. Why Intervene Early? Benefits of Early Intervention; Concerned It May Be Psychosis? How Do I Get Help? Safety Risks; Emergency situations; If Treatment in ...
Why Intervene Early? - Early Psychosis Intervention
Early intervention reduces the amount of time someone is suffering or at risk for harm to self or others. Psychosis is very disruptive to the development of teens and young adults who are becoming independent, clarifying values, pursuing vocational goals, …
EPI Standards and Guidelines - Early Psychosis Intervention
The standards and guidelines in this document are based on a review of the best existing available research evidence with respect to early psychosis interventions. This includes appraisal of existing standards and guidelines from other national and international jurisdictions as well as consultations with national and international research and ...
How Do I Get Help? - Early Psychosis Intervention
We encourage you to start with a phone call to your local Early Psychosis Intervention services (see below). They will ask you some questions about what you are experiencing and together you can make a plan for further assessment or other supports.
Cognition - Early Psychosis Intervention
Mental processes involved include attention, judging, knowing, learning, perceiving, recognizing, remembering, thinking, and understanding using both verbal and nonverbal abilities. Cognitive impairments that can occur in psychosis: Individuals with psychosis may experience some or …
If Treatment in Hospital is Needed - Early Psychosis Intervention
As with other serious conditions, sometimes the acute symptoms of psychosis require intensive treatment in the hospital in order to assess and stabilize the condition. In most cities in BC, hospitals have a specialized unit for treatment of psychiatric/mental health conditions.