Structured physical exercise and recovery from first episode psychosis in young adults, The FitForLife Study.

Psychosis is associated with impaired cognition which can limit independent function, increasing dependence on external support (Mueser and Mcgurk, 2004). Recovery prioritises the maintenance of the individual's independence rather than the abatement of medical symptoms (American Psychiatric Association, 2005; Davidson et al., 2008). Early intervention is thought to maximise and preserve function and has led to increased attention towards interventions for first episode of psychosis1 (FEP) (Mueser and Mcgurk, 2004; Penttila et al., 2014).

Source: Psychiatry Research - June 19, 2018 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Benjamin Lambden, Jonas Berge, Yvonne Forsell Source Type: research