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Recovery ModelRecovery is a gradual process that is unique for each person. Itinvolves supporting the young person to recover as theydefine it. It also means ensuring that the young person andtheir family continue to thrive and return to their usualactivities. It aims to promote the young persons involvement,independence and autonomy throughout the phases ofpsychosis. The recovery model holds in mind that there canbe many setbacks during this process and that it canresemble a roller coaster ride.
Phases of PsychosisProdromal Phase or At Risk Mental State•Require early detection and engagement with mental health services to monitor mental state and offer supportFirst Episode of Psychosis•Acute phase (first 6 months)•Prompt assessment and treatment•Crisis plans•Family support and information•Liaison and working with the wider networkRecovery Phase (6-18 months)•Psychological therapy•Psychosocial Interventions•Substance Use Interventions•Pharmacological Treatment•Requires repair of confidence•Return to optimal functioning•Family and personal adjustment to stress management•Work on early warning signs and relapse prevention•Building ResilienceCritical Period (up to 5 years)•Requires promotion of independence•Self monitoring•Building resilience and support systems•Agreeing aftercare following discharge from a specialist early intervention service•Using the relapse prevention work to aid easy identification of early warning signs and what action to take if identified, includingre-assessing mental health servicesNational guidelines suggest 3 year intervention package.
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