Information about psychosis and its early warning signs is often absent from mental health educational resources, despite the fact that these signs typically emerge during childhood or adolescence. Increasing awareness, challenging stigma, and motivating early help-seeking are important to prevention and early intervention.
Print-Outs & Brochures
CAREGIVER GUIDELINES
Tips for families & caregivers on talking to young people about psychosis and understanding/managing symptoms |
SAMHSA HANDOUT
Overview of symptoms, treatment, and support options for caregivers; version available for young adults |
Online Resources for Patients & Families
LEARN ABOUT PSYCHOSIS
MANAGING SYMPTOMS & RECOVERY
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FIND SUPPORT
CONNECT TO THE COMMUNITY
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Support for Young People
OK 2 TALK
NAMI's moderated online support forum for youth to share stories and other media about mental illness |
REACH OUT (AUS)
Articles & tools to help youth cope with different symptoms or life events related to mental illness |
BRING CHANGE 2 MIND
An anti-stigma resource for many illnesses with links to relevant podcasts, movies, & memoirs |
VOICES 4 HOPE
Youth-made resources including educational & vocational support and personal recovery stories |
HEADSPACE (AUS)
Network of youth support centers with online educational materials for young people & families |
U LIFELINE
Educational resource & mental health support for college-age youth & friends, with links to on-campus resources |