Early Intervention

Researchers examine the relationship between vitamin D and clinical and cognitive symptoms in first-episode psychosis.

A recent meta-analysis finds that the association between reported suicidal ideation and later suicide is low.

A new study finds that for those experiencing symptoms associated with psychosis, a low-level of physical activity is associated with receiving a diagnosis of a psychotic disorder.

A new study to be published in the next issue of Schizophrenia Research examines patients suffering from a first-episode of psychosis who stop taking any antipsychotic drugs. The researchers attempt to identify variables that can serve as predictors of the successful discontinuation of antipsychotics. They find, for example, that those who discontinue the drugs have, on average, the same outcomes as those who stay on them, and that those who have better social integration are more likely to discontinue without relapse.

Social Recovery Therapy shows promising results for individuals who experience first-episode psychosis.

Re-conceptualizing the Clinical-High-Risk/Ultra-High-Risk Paradigm: A critique and reappraisal

A recent review suggests that depression guidelines do not incorporate evidence for exercise within a stepped-care approach and may be over-reliant on pharmacological treatments.

What physical activity-based programs are being implemented in schools, how are they being researched, and what kind of impact have they made?

A prospective cohort study of those labeled high risk for psychosis finds a higher prevalence of antidepressant use among those who develop manic symptoms.

A new study investigates the relationships between early-home environmental factors and later-life physiological response to psychosocial stressors.

Counter-messaging and a lack of critical analysis may lead doctors away from suggesting exercise for depression.

Researchers parse out factors within urbanicity that leads to risk for psychotic experiences.

Researchers examine links between police victimization and psychotic symptoms in a topical new study.

How does physical activity affect people diagnosed with bipolar, schizophrenia and major depressive disorders?

Coordinated care with employment support and family therapy leads to superior outcomes for those diagnosed with psychotic disorders.

“Overall, this study showed that the information and awareness campaign had almost no significant effects on the general public's attitudes toward people affected by either schizophrenia or depression,” the researchers, led by German medical sociologist Anna Makowski, wrote. “One could assume that deeply rooted convictions cannot be modified by rather time-limited and general activities targeted at the public.”

Higher levels of physical activity serve as a protective factor for the future development of depression.

Secondary factors may impair performance on cognitive tasks, making it difficult for individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia to perform to the best of their ability.

A new study suggests needing to appear perfect to others leads to mental health stigma and a higher risk of untreated psychological distress.

Results reflect moderate to strong evidence in support of the non-pharmacological school-based interventions reviewed in the study.

In this piece for The Cut, Dyan Neary details the story of Frankie Perry, a man whose life was forever altered by being prescribed an...

Ethnic minorities and those who migrated during childhood have an elevated risk for psychosis, study finds.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs have gained popularity in U.S. schools in recent years. A new study examines the nature and longevity of their impact on students.

Researchers from the City College of New York and Columbia University published a study this month testing the hypothesis that people diagnosed with schizophrenia treated long-term with antipsychotic drugs have worse outcomes than patients with no exposure to these drugs. They concluded that there is not a sufficient evidence base for the standard practice of long-term use of antipsychotic medications.

Study finds the incidence of “psychosis” to vary by person and place, corresponding to factors such as race, ethnicity, age, and environment.