Is early detection of psychosis helpful?

Could recognizing psychosis early and offering care improve the illness? It can, say experts.  

Three out of 100 people develop psychosis. Psychotic disorders such schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder  

Psychotic patients have chaotic speech and behavior along with hallucinations or delusions.  

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If you're a worried parent, family member, or friend of a psychotic person, their actions can be upsetting.  

Years ago, mental health doctors thought psychotic condition recovery was unlikely.   

We now know this is false thanks to psychotic research. The first three to five years after psychosis are critical to rehabilitation.  

Research shows that untreated psychosis increases the risk of high symptoms, reduced function, and poor quality of life. Consult a doctor early if you have concerns.  

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