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Below is a list of clinics around the world that specialize in early diagnosis and treatment for schizophrenia and psychosis (delusions, etc). If you are concerned that you or a person you know is at risk for, or may be developing psychosis or schizophrenia we recommend you call today the clinic closest to you, to schedule an appointment. The sooner a person gets diagnosis and treatment, the better the outcome. If you have a friend or family member you think might be developing schizophrenia - we recommend you watch this video on early identification of schizophrenia and psychosis. If the early diagnosis clinics listed below are not close or convenient for you, then we recommend contacting a localpsychiatry center that is associated with a local university psychiatry program (click on link for full list) or see this list of the top 10 psychiatry hospitals (in the USA) as ranked by one magazine. Lastly, (if those also are not convenient) then we recommend seeing a local psychiatrist who is experienced with schizophrenia and early psychosis diagnosis and treatment. For more information: What to do if you suspect you or a loved one may have a psychiatric disorder To Learn more about starting an Early Schizophrenia and Psychosis Treatment center in your city - see this list of resources: Resources for learning about Early Schizophrenia Treatment Center Programs Schizophrenia Early Diagnosis and Treatment Clinics United States (15 Clinics)
Other Countries
CaliforniaLos AngelesThe Staglin Music Festival Center for the Assessment and Prevention of Prodromal States (CAPPS) Have you or someone you know experienced recent worrisome changes in thoughts and/or feelings? If so, maybe CAPPS can help. The CAPPS center is looking to help individuals ages 12-35 who are experiencing recent changes in their thoughts, feelings, and behavior, such as unusual thoughts, distorted or heightened perceptions, ideas of special identity or abilities, suspiciousness, or odd behavior. Other changes may include reduced concentration, reduced energy, depressed mood, sleep disturbance, withdrawal from family or friends, trouble with work or school, anxiety, or irritability. Individuals who are experiencing difficulty functioning and who have a parent or sibling with a psychotic illness, such as schizophrenia, are also encouraged to contact the CAPPS center. The procedures consist of an interview, neurocognitive
testing, psychophysiological evaluation, magnetic resonance imaging brain
scans, psychosocial evaluation, information processing, social cognition,
and genetic testing, conducted at no cost, with evaluations repeating
on several occasions over a period of up to 2 years or possibly longer.
Psychological and Psychiatric treatment is available in the CAPPS center to
participants in this research program. San FranciscoPART (Prodrome Assessment Research and Treatment) Program - at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) The PART program provides early detection services for adolescents and young adults (age 12-35) with symptoms suggesting risk for a psychotic disorder or mental illness. The PART program's research focuses on early identification of psychosis and includes expert evaluation, education, monitoring of symptoms, case management and referral to excellent treatment services. The program assists individuals and their families who are struggling with the early phase of serious mental illness. The PART program will conduct a comprehensive evaluation to determine if a person is eligible for this research and treatment program. Call today for an appointment or for more information: Telephone: 415 - 476-PART (which is 415- 476-7278 ) Location: The Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). 401 Parnassus Ave., San Francisco, CA, 94143-0984. See Google Map to PART program Cognitive Assessment and Risk Evaluation (CARE) Program at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) The UCSD CARE Program, located at the UCSD Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic in San Diego, California is under the directorship of Kristin Cadenhead, M.D. The primary goal of the CARE Program is to identify and access adolescents and young adults, ages 12-30 who are experiencing changes in their thoughts, behavior or emotions that might be associated with developing serious and/or disabling mental problems. Because it is not always clear what these changes in behavior mean, it is of primary importance to the CARE Program that we avoid stigmatizing or labeling the individual. Early identification and intervention may help to delay or prevent the onset and decrease the severity of a serious mental illness. Individuals who have experienced their first psychotic episode within the last year may also be eligible to participate in this research study. Participants will be assessed monthly for two years and all CARE participants receive a complete diagnostic evaluation and treatment recommendations. Clinical consultation, case management and referral information are available for individuals as part of the program. All participants and will undergo testing of brain-based measures of information processing. For more information, please contact the CARE Program. Telephone: (619) 725-3516 email address:care@ucsd.edu Web Site: ucsdcareprogram.com
Sacramento, California - EDAPT (Early Diagnosis and Preventive Treatment) Clinic Patients are evaluated and treated in an ambulatory clinical center for excellence in treating early schizophrenia and prodromal subjects. The clinic is directed by Dr Cameron Carter, who has directed a similar program at the University of Pittsburgh for the past 8 years, and will have child (Dr’s Chiu and Hendren) and adult (Dr’s Carter and Yoon) components. EDAPT provides targeted medication and psychosocial interventions and case management with the goals of early diagnosis and treatment and disability prevention. More information: www.earlypsychosis.ucdavis.edu Telephone: (916) 734-2964
Locations: Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut and Institute of Living in Hartford, Connecticut. The PRIME Research Clinic aims to reduce early symptoms of serious mental illness. At PRIME, people have the opportunity to discuss their concerns and participate in research studies focusing on identifying, monitoring and managing troubling symptoms and at-risk signs of serious mental illness. The PRIME Research Clinic has two Connecticut locations: at Yale University in New Haven and at the Institute of Living in Hartford If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment:
First Episode Psychosis Program at the University of Illinois Medical Center at Chicago The First Episode Psychosis Program provides comprehensive assessment and treatment to individuals who are for the first time experiencing psychotic symptoms, such as hearing voices, feeling unreasonably suspicious, or having unusual beliefs. Eligibility for this clinical program is restricted to those who have not experienced such problems before their current episode of illness. Although there are research participation opportunities for first episode psychosis patients, it is not mandatory to participate in research in order to receive treatment in the First Episode Psychosis Service. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment:
Portland, Maine -
The Portland Identification and Early Referral (PIER) program provides
confidential assessment and early assistance for young people in the Greater
Portland Area. The PIER program is based in the Maine Medical Center.
For a good story about this program see "
Nipping Madness in the Bud" . For a good audio recording of an interview with the Director of the program - click on this link: Dr. William McFarlane on early identification and treatment of schizophrenia. Note: See Dr. William McFarland's series of videos that were done at the PIER Program offices:
First Episode Clinic - Maryland Psychiatric Research Center at University of Maryland School of Medicine. The First Episode Psychosis Clinic, an outpatient clinic, is designed to address the needs of patients who have been 1) ill for 18 months or less, or 2) treated with neuroleptic medication for 18 months or less. We continue to work with these patients over the long term, as needed. We are staffed in a way that enables us to provide supportive, warm and personalized care. Our purpose is to work intensively with clients and their families to provide education about the illness, to provide medications and therapy, and to link patients with the resources they may need (housing, insurance, etc). Transportation can be provided free of cost, based on a demonstrated need. Further, we are committed to working with people regardless of whether they have insurance or not. The First Episode Psychosis Clinic is part of the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (MPRC), which is part of the University of Maryland School of Medicine. We are located on the grounds of Spring Grove Hospital in Catonsville, MD. To schedule a consultation
or to get more information,
First Episode and Early Psychosis Program (FEPP) at Massachusetts General Hospital. The First-Episode and Early Psychosis Program (FEPP) of the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) was established to help patients and families around the time of a first episode of psychosis. FEPP is a research program that provides specialized evaluation, treatment, and education for people who are experiencing psychosis for the first time or who have been diagnosed with a psychotic disorder of recent onset (within one year). To schedule a consultation
or to get more information, First Episode and Early Psychosis Program (FEPP)
Prevention and Recovery in Early Psychosis (PREP) Massachusetts Mental
Health Center: PREP
is a program of expert diagnostic evaluation and comprehensive, developmentally
attuned treatment for older adolescents or young adults who are grappling
with the early stages of psychotic illness. General Information: info@massmentalhealthcenter.org
Services for the
Treatment in Early Psychoses (STEP) is a new program at Wayne State University
STEP
information
The Center of Prevention & Evaluation (COPE) – Columbia University Department of Psychiatry/ New York State Psychiatric Institute The Center of Prevention & Evaluation (COPE) is a clinical research program for young people (ages 12-25) who are at elevated risk for psychosis, as compared with peers. Increased risk may be related to genetic risk (having an ill family member) and/or having symptoms, such as changes in perception, unusual thoughts, odd behavior, and social withdrawal. Other symptoms may include: loss of interest or lack of motivation, trouble thinking clearly, changes in sleeping or eating patterns, less concern with appearance or clothes, feeling suspicious of others, or feeling like things are unreal. COPE offers the following:
For more information visit the web site: The Center of Prevention & Evaluation (COPE) Tel.: (212) 543-5874 Address: 4th Floor, Room 4820
THE
LIEBER SCHIZOPHRENIA RESEARCH CLINIC (LSRC) If
you are interested in participating in the LSRC program, call Beatriz
Alvarez, Clinical Research Coordinator. Your call will be returned to
obtain some initial information and answer any questions you may have.
Individuals meeting the criteria for admission consideration will be invited
for an on-site screening interview. The screening interview will provide
an opportunity for the individual and family to learn more about the different
research studies and clinical components of the LSRC program. RECOGNITION and PREVENTION (RAP) Program - Lake Success, New York The Recognition and Prevention (RAP) Program is a specialty program aimed at identifying and treating adolescents and young adults with early signs of mental illness. The mission of the program is to prevent the development of serious mental illness and to promote healthy functioning. Fees for the RAP Program are offered on a sliding scale based on income The RAP Program
is both a clinic and a National Institute of Mental Health funded research
center. It is sponsored by Schneider Children's Hospital and the Zucker
Hillside Hospital of the North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System.
Our clinic serves young people primarily between the ages of 12 and 22,
who may be experiencing recent changes in their thoughts and feelings.
Staff psychologists and psychiatrists meet with both the adolescents or
young adults and their parents to discuss these concerns. Glen Oaks, NY 11004 PRIME
@ the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill -
OASIS is located at 110 Conner Dr., Suite 4, near University
Mall in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. For more information, call
(919) 929-2311. Salem, Oregon Early
Assessment and Support Team (EAST) The
Early Assessment and Support Team (EAST) was
created in 2001 by Mid-Valley Behavioral Care Network with the goal of
reducing long-term disability associated with psychosis. EAST
has two components: a clinical team, and a community network. Address:
EAST (Early Assessment and Support Team) The PRIME Clinic (Toronto, Ontario) The PRIME (Prevention through Risk Identification, Management and Education) Clinic is dedicated to the early identification and treatment of people ages 14 to 30 who are at risk of developing psychosis. PRIME provides assessment, monitoring and support for young people who are thought to be at imminent risk of developing a psychotic illness. We also serve as a referral point to and from other agencies. Contact Telephone Number:: 416-260-4188 The Toronto First Episode Psychosis Program The Toronto First Episode Psychosis Program (FEPP) offers a range of interdependent treatment components and services. The FEPP includes the Early Psychosis Unit (EPU) - a dedicated early psychosis 18-bed inpatient unit and three ambulatory services, the First Episode Psychosis Clinic (FEPC), the Home Intervention for Psychosis team (HIP) and a satellite clinic, FACT Peel. Each multidisciplinary component provides psychiatric assessment and follow-up, clinical case management and specialized interventions. FEPC and FACT provide clinic-based services and HIP provides in-home treatment. Additionally an off-site centre, the Learning Advocacy Recreation Network (LEARN), offers a broad range of recovery-focused services designed to meet the specific educational, vocational, social, and support needs of first episode patients and their families. Contact Telephone Number:: 416-535-8501 x 6528 Ottawa, Ontario -
First Episode Psychosis Program: London, Ontario -
Prevention and Early Intervention Program for Psychosis (PEPP) London Health Sciences Centre - Mental
Health Care Program Located in
London, Ontario Canada, PEPP is based at London Health Sciences Centre
and affiliated with the University of Western Ontario. The program serves
the city of London and Middlesex County, a predominantly urban catchment
area of approximately 390,000. http://www.pepp.ca/
Hamilton, Ontario
- Psychotic Disorders Clinic:
Outpatient Psychiatry Hamilton Health Sciences Corportation,
McMaster Site 1200 Main Street W. Hamilton, Ontario L8N 3Z5 Email: raymond.hobbs@hwcn.org
Montreal, Quebec - Early
Psychosis Intervention Clinic (EPIC) McGill University Health
Center Royal Victoria Hospital, Allan Memorial Institute 1025 Pine Avenue
West Montreal, Quebec H3A 1A1 Montreal Prevention and Early Intervention Program for Psychoses (PEPP-Montréal) - Douglas Hospital Quebec - Departement de Psychiatrie: Hotel-Dieu de Levis 143, rue Wolfe Levis, Quebec G6V 3Z1
British Columbia Schizophrenia
Society: North Shore Branch Early Intervention Initiative. You
can reach us by phone or fax at 604-926-0856 or
by email at bcssnsh@vcn.bc.ca .
Mailing address and the location of our Family Support Centre is: British Columbia
- Early Psychosis Intervention Program
The EPI Program is a program of both the Fraser Health Authority and the Ministry of Children
and Family Development. EPI stands for Early Psychosis Intervention and
the program consists of three parts.
British Columbia
- HOPE: Helping
Overcome Psychosis Early
Victoria, BC
- Schizophrenia Service/ Early Psychosis Intervention:
Victoria Mental Health Centre 2328 Trent St. Victoria, British ColumbiaV8R
4Z3
Alberta - The Early Psychosis Treatment Program (EPTP) or (EPP) Calgary Health Region EPTP currently operates in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The program began in December 1996 and was designed to meet the needs of young people diagnosed with a first episode of psychosis. It is a joint program of the Calgary Health Region and the Alberta Mental Health Board. Represented on the team are the disciplines of Psychiatry, Psychology, Nursing, and Social Work. Early Psychosis Treatment Program
Saskatchewan - Early Intervention
Program in Psychosis and Schizophrenia: Adult Community Mental Health
Services 4th floor,
Newfoundland
- Early
Psychosis Program
at the Waterford Hospital: In the Early Psychosis Program we
identify and treat individuals experiencing psychosis at the earliest
possible point in their illness. We strive to increase awareness through
provision of education, research and support to individuals, families,
community and health workers.
Nova Scotia - The Early Psychosis Program Nova Scotia Hospital Web Site: Nova Scotia Early Psychosis Web Site Contact: Dr. David Whitehorn PO
Box 1004, 300 Pleasant St. Dartmouth NS B2Y 3Z9
EPPIC is the Early Psychosis Prevention and Intervention Centre and is located in Poplar Road; Parkville, Melbourne, Australia. EPPIC is a component service of ORYGEN Youth Health. EPPIC is a publicly funded health service which specialises in the treatment of first episode and early psychosis. It was established in 1992 and since then has become a world leading clinical and research centre. EPPIC sees between 250 and 300 new people a year who are experiencing their first psychotic episode. EPPIC provides a full range of services including crisis assessment, inpatient facilities, outpatient case management and group programs. Mid North Coast Early Psychosis Program Noarlunga Early Psychosis Program Barbara Yeomans, Phone: 08 8384 9599, Fax: 08 8384 1629 Early Psychosis Australia is an interactive internet site for Australian Clinicians and Researchers. The site enables virtual networking, enhanced understanding of Australian early psychosis services and developments and acts as a central information point. This site is a forum which relys on services and individuals around Australia to provide the content. So please tell us about your work. The site has grown out of the work of the National Early psychosis Project and is maintained by EPPIC. http://www.earlypsychosis.org/ Another resource web site in Australia is this one: Ausinet; the Australian Network for Promotion, Prevention and Early Intervention for Mental Health Other Australia Early Psychosis Centers are available throughout the country - a total of 12 or more, we understand. We have not yet had time to find all of the locations - but understand that they are in the following cities and towns: Queensland, University of Brisbane New
South Wales:
•YPPI service, Gosford
•EP program, Marouba
•EP program, North Sydney
•EPIP-SWAHS, Liverpool
•EPIC, Penrith
•Western Sydney FEPP
ACT:
•Canberra EI service
Victoria:
•EPPIC
•Dandenong
•EP Program, Alfred Hosp.
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Central East EP Project South
Australia:
•Noarlunga EP Program
Western
Australia:
•First Psychosis Liaison Unit,
Bentley
•EPOES, Fremantle
•EEPP,
Rockingham/Kwinana
Totara House Early Intervention for Psychosis Service http://www.cdhb.govt.nz/totara/default.htm
Initiative
to Reduce the Impact of Schizophrenia (IRIS) London, England - OASIS - Outreach and support in South London London OASIS Web Site - click on link for more information
London, England - LEO (Lambeth Early Onset) service Lambeth Early Onset (LEO) Team - click on link for more information
DELTA Project Dublin East Treatment and Early Care Team - click on link for more information
Early Intervention in Psychosis England
Cologne
Early Recognition and Intervention Center Heidelberg Early Adolescent & Adult Recognition & Therapy Centre for Psychosis (HEART) EI service since since 1994 Other early schizophrenia and psychosis treatment centers are at: The Early
Psychosis Intervention Programme (EPIP) in Singapore EPIP Hotline: If you are concerned you are experiencing the symptoms of psychosis, you know someone who might be, or you have any questions about EPIP, please call: the EPIP helpline or the EPIP office number: 6389 2972. The EPIP helpline is manned from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday. Early
Psychosis in Singapore - More Information (Asia Early Psychosis Web Site)
Early Psychosis in Asia - (Covering China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia) The Asian Network of Early Psychosis - An informal network of clinicians and researchers working in early intervention for psychosis and the early course of schizophrenia Objectives: Facilitate development of early intervention for psychosis services, evaluation and research in the region More
Information (Asia Early Psychosis Network Web Site) ASAS - Avaliação e Seguimento de Adolescentes e Adultos Jovens na Cidade
de São Paulo Ileno Izídio da Costa
Midgard Also known as: Parachute Programme Midgard St Goran sjukhus. Contact is Dr Neil Cleland (psychiatrist) Yvonne Arctaedius (head nurse)
Prepsy Method: Assessment procedures for first episode psychosis include a multidiagnostic approach, based on repeated patient interviews and examinations and result in treatment plans. The prevention and primary care program include: accelerated access to initial assessment, prevention and promotion activities in high schools, partnerships with mental health workers and psychoeducation sessions for patients and their families. The PREPSY
website offers information concerning access to care, health education, patient’s
rights, quality standards. Network management and coordination are aligned
with French and international guidelines. All those new services offered
to the private practice clinicians (psychiatrists, paediatrics
and general practitioners) and the general population. Prepsy
Information Document (PDF) in French, En Frencais. Prevention Program for Psycosis Spanish Early Diagnosis and Treatment Program Telephone number: 942 84 74 00 (Hospital Sierrallana) CENTRO DE SALUD MENTAL
Norway has some of the most sophisticated programs of early intervention in psychosis in the world. The TIPs program is based in the city of Stavanger, on the coast of Norway. See the story "How mentally ill are treated in Norway" for more information. TIPS - an early intervention program for psychosis (Norwegian Language web site) TIPS - an early intervention program for psychosis (English Language web site)
DETECTION
OF EARLY PSYCHOSIS (DEEP PROJECT)
Amsterdam: Amsterdam Medical Center (AMC) has a prodromal (early psychosis / schizophrenia ) diagnosis and treatment research center. Their web page (in Dutch) is here: Schizifrenieplei.nl Utrecht: UMC Utrecht has a prodromal (early psychosis / schizophrenia ) diagnosis and treatment research center. To obtain information on the research program, please contact the following people: University Medical Center Utrecht, department of Child
and Adolescent Psychiatry, Utrecht, Netherlands
Mirjam Sprong, M.S. Telephone: +31(0)302509839
Email: m.sprong-2 (at) umcutrecht.nl
Tim Ziermans, M.S. Telephone: +31(0)302503247 Email: t.ziermans (at) umcutrecht.nl For more information on the UMC Utrecht research see this Clinical overview.
Links and other
Resources on Early Psychosis Treatment Comprehensive programs for the detection and treatment of early psychosis and in supporting the needs of young people with early psychosis carry the important function of promoting recovery, independence, equity and self-sufficiency and of facilitating uptake of social, educational and employment opportunities for those young people. These programs can be provided by individuals and teams with specialized skills, with a full range of primary health care services for every young person with early psychosis. Prompt and effective interventions for young people with early psychosis, for their families, close friends and other carers represent a major element of respect of individuals’ rights to citizenship and social inclusion. Source: Rethink, UK MORE INFORMATION: Note: if there isn't an early psychosis/schizophrenia treatment center in your community yet - we recommend you print out this booklet from Canada titled "What Communities can do - a community action guide for early psychosis intervention strategies" and discuss it with your local NAMI office, or other support/mental health group, about how you can help them set one up. News and Information on Early Psychosis and Schizophrena Diagnosis and Treatment Programs:
The following information is for Mental Health professionals, and Advocates: Presentations and Symposiums on Early Treatment of Schizophrenia Search for Treatments in Early Psychoses (STEP) Symposium - 2005 ( 6 presentations and videos on early schizophrenia diagnosis and treatment) Wayne State University Early Schizophrenia & Psychosis Treatement Programs - Summary Presentation on Programs, Worldwide (A large 4 Mb, Microsoft powerpoint file - but very good information) On-Line Video Presentation - Scott Woods, M.D., Associate Professor of
Psychiatry, and Director, Treatment Research Program, CMHC, Yale University.
Books on Early Psychosis Diagnosis and Treatment Psychological Interventions in Early Psychosis : A Treatment Handbook Best Care in Early Psychosis Intervention: Global
Perspectives Implementing
Early Intervention in Psychosis: A Guide to Establishing Early Psychosis
Services Recognition and Management of Early Psychosis: Preventative
Approach Early Intervention in Psychosis: A Guide to Concepts,
Evidence and Interventions First Episode Psychosis Early Psychosis & Schizophrenia Web Sites International Early Psychosis Association - The International Early Psychosis Association (IEPA) is an international network for people involved in the study and treatment of early psychosis. It provides a forum for members around the world who wish to promote and facilitate best practice in education, research and treatment. Bi-Annual conferences. The next Early Psychosis Conference is October, 2006 in the UK. www.psychosissupport.com British Columbia Schizophrenia
Society (BCSS) British Columbia Schizophrenia Society, BCSS has published a report on their Early Psychosis program that was started several years ago. BCSS Early Psychosis Report (55 page pdf document) Email: bcss.prov@telus.net Get Help Early - Early Psychosis Web site - A Canadian web site developed by first-episode psychosis youth and parents with the help of dedicated family members who donated their talent, expertise and experience to create a partnership-based early psychosis resource. The project evolved from a familys wish for a central source to access clinical information, and make available a place young people with psychosis could share their creativity and insights with others. It is hoped youth will share their art, poetry and personal stories to enhance the learning of everyone who visits here. Early Psychosis Australia is an interactive internet site for Australian Clinicians and Researchers. The site enables virtual networking, enhanced understanding of Australian early psychosis services and developments and acts as a central information point. This site is a forum which relys on services and individuals around Australia to provide the content. So please tell us about your work. The site has grown out of the work of the National Early psychosis Project and is maintained by EPPIC. http://www.earlypsychosis.org/ Another resource web site in Australia is this one: Ausinet; the Australian Network for Promotion, Prevention and Early Intervention for Mental Health International Early Psychosis Association - an association for researchers focused on early psychosis and schizophrenia diagnosis and treatment
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