The primary problem to be addressed is the incomplete functional recovery following a FE of SCZ and whether CBT is an effective treatment to aid this recovery. If CBT were to positively impact recovery in the FE we then need to address (i) which mechanisms are responsible for this improvement, and (ii) whether this treatment is effective for all FE patients.
Age
16–35
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
1. stabilized outpatients,
2. ages 16 to 35
3. meet DSM-IV criteria for: schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder, brief psychotic disorder, delusional disorder, schizoaffective disorder, substance induced psychotic disorder, or psychotic disorder NOS. Participants who also meet DSM-IV criteria for substance abuse or dependence will not be excluded.
4. are competent and willing to give consent
5. are within 12 months of admission to the FEPP for a FE.
Exclusion:
1. serious risk of suicide or violence to others
2. a primary diagnosis of drug-induced psychosis or psychosis due to a general medical condition.
Clareo Health | A Randomized Controlled Trial of Individual Therapy for First Episode Psychosis
