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Early Psychosis Intervention Northern Health

Web1. Name of Service Northern Health Early Psychosis Intervention 2. Address of Service 1308 Alward St. Prince George Phone: 250-645-7430 Fax: 250-645-8039 Email address: [email protected] 3. Hours of Service: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM-4:00PM After Hours: If you are experiencing an emergency, clients or family members are urged to contact a …

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URL: https://www.earlypsychosis.ca/northernhealth/

Psychosocial Treatments

WebIn addition to the use of medication, a range of appropriate psychosocial treatments can help achieve a good recovery. There are numerous psychosocial interventions that may be offered. The following sections describe some of these interventions. Most of the interventions described here are offered by the EPI team. Another useful tool is the …

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How to Help a Friend or Loved One

WebTell them in clear and calm terms, what you have noticed that makes you concerned. Ask them if they’ve been experiencing anything unusual or troubling to them. Focus on the specific problems that the person acknowledges, e.g. difficulties with sleep, concentration, appetite, taking the bus etc.

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Benefits of Early Intervention

WebAchieve the best short and long term outcomes possible. Lower risk of relapse and the need for hospitalization. Preserve and develop psychosocial skills, family and social supports. Reduce associated problems such as depression and substance use problems. Promote recovery, stability, self-determination and personal fulfilment.

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Diagnosis of Psychosis

WebPsychosis affects an individual's thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Some of the more characteristic symptoms include confused thinking, delusions, hallucinations, changes in feelings (e.g. decreased intensity) and changes in behaviour (e.g. odd or disorganized). When a person is experiencing psychosis it is referred to as a "psychotic episode". The …

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Early Psychosis Peer Recovery Network

WebThe Early Psychosis Peer Recovery Network of British Columbia is a group of youth and young adults who have come together to share our experience of psychosis, resilience, healthcare journey, and recovery. We want to hear from current and former EPI clients on what helps, what hinders, and what could be done differently to improve

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Symptoms of Psychosis

WebPsychosis includes a range of symptoms that affect an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Symptoms of psychosis are typically divided into two categories: "positive" and "negative" symptoms. "Positive' symptoms are changes in thoughts and feelings that are "added on" to a person's experiences (e.g., paranoia or hearing voices).

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Accessing Services

WebIn some locations, there are highly specialized EPI Programs that can offer a full range of interventions and supports. Other communities have a Mental Health Centre who can offer you help or connect you with resources. British Columbia is working towards having a full range of EPI treatments and supports available everywhere in the province.

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How Do I Get Help

Web310 Mental Health Support ( 310-6789 – no area code needed) is the toll-free access for crisis or mental health support, information and resources. It is available 24/7/365 throughout BC. If you are having thoughts of suicide, 1-800-SUICIDE ( 1-800-784-2433) is available 24/7/365 throughout BC and ensures that people have access to skilled

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Warning Signs of Psychosis

WebDeterioration of personal hygiene. Hyperactivity or inactivity, or alternating between the two. Staring without blinking - or blinking incessantly. Agitation. Severe sleep disturbances. Drug or alcohol use (This may be a coping mechanism) Reckless behaviours that are out of character. Strange posturing or gesturing.

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EPI in British Columbia

WebBritish Columbia was an early and ardent supporter of the EPI approach. 2000 – Provincial EPI Initiative Several EPI programs were established across the province as a result of inter-ministerial and inter-agency initiatives including training professionals and numerous pilot projects. 2004 – Survey and Training Program A survey was commissioned by the BC …

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Phases of Psychosis

Webchanges in perceptual experiences – visual experiences may become brighter or sounds louder. feeling overloaded. finding t harder to keep track of what they are thinking and what others are saying. feeling disconnected. desire or need to be alone. sleep disturbances. depressed mood. irritability. suspiciousness.

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