Psychotic ‐spectrum symptoms, cumulative adversity exposure and substance use among high‐risk girls

ConclusionsThis symptom constellation during adolescence likely interferes with social and academic functioning. Whether representing a prodromal phase, trauma‐response or cross‐diagnostic psychopathology, accurate early detection and appropriate treatment of psychotic‐spectrum symptoms are warranted to improve functional outcomes in vulnerable populations.

Source: Early Intervention in Psychiatry - December 1, 2017 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Amy E. Lansing, Wendy Y. Plante, Christine Fennema ‐Notestine, Shahrokh Golshan, Audrey N. Beck Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research