PRIME Research Studies

PREDICT
(Prodromal Research for Early Detection in a Collaborative Team)
Early identification and intervention may improve treatment outcomes, decrease severity of social and functional impairments and reduce the risk of dangerous behaviors. PREDICT is a longitudinal study that focuses on developing a model that will help us identify prospectively individuals who will develop psychosis prior to the onset of a full syndrome. Individuals are followed for 3-5 years and receive a range of comprehensive assessments and monitoring at regular intervals. In this study we are investigating the role of many factors such as symptoms, substance use, neuropsychological functioning, family history, mental state factors, obstetric complications, and childhood milestone achievement in the development of psychosis in the high risk group. In this study, we hope to be able to develop a risk assessment model for psychosis.

ADAPT
(Access, Detection and Psychological Treatments)
There is evidence that psychological interventions may have an impact on one's conversion to psychosis. This study's main objective is to determine the effectiveness of different psychological treatments. We first want to see if these treatments delay or even prevent the onset of psychosis for those who are at risk for psychosis. Secondly, we will see if these treatments are helpful in treating the symptoms and concerns that clients come with to PRIME. This study will also help use find out the pathways that people take when they are trying to get help and the obstacles that may get in their way. Finally, in this study we will measure both the economic and psychological costs to the family.

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