Treating Prodromal Symptoms of Psychosis

Author(s):

Irene M. Hurford, MD

A review of some of the latest study findings on the pharmacological treatment of prodromal psychosis.

What are the pros and cons of treating subtreshold high-risk psychotic symptoms? Does early intervention help or hinder patient outcomes? Can conversion to psychosis be delayed or prevented? Dr Hurford reviews some of the latest study findings on the pharmacological treatment of prodromal psychosis.

Dr Hurford is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania.

Treating Prodromal Symptoms of Psychosis