First Episode Psychosis Clinic
Designed to meet the needs of young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis, this clinic assists individuals and
their families with the initial period of recovery and adjustment.
Our goal is to identify and treat early signs of psychosis as soon as possible.
Psychosis happens when a person loses contact with reality and cannot tell the difference between what is real and what is not. Psychosis
usually appears in a person's late teens or early twenties. About three out of every 100 people will have a psychotic episode
in their lifetimes.
The people we help are young people who become distressed by changes in their thoughts, perceptions, and feelings. These changes may be difficult
to describe to others and often become a source of concern for young people and their families.
Mental and emotional problems are often like physical problems; the sooner they are treated, the better. In the past it was common to delay active treatment
until clear signs of psychosis appeared. However, the longer an illness is left untreated, the greater the disruption to the
person's ability to study, work, make friends and interact comfortably with.
Referral Required: Yes.
Contact: (416) 535-8501, ext. 6865
Contact: Fax: (416) 260-4197
Location: 7th floor, College Street site, 250 College Street, Toronto, Ontario