All Psychosis articles
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NICE quality standard articlePeople who are at risk of psychosis need urgent referral
Dr Jonathan Mitchell explains why the NICE quality standard for psychosis and schizophrenia in adults was needed and how it could improve outcomes for patients and carers
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Primary care commissioning
GP early referral and ongoing health-checks are key in psychosis
Dr David Shiers (left), Dr Clare Taylor, and Prof Tim Kendall summarise key aspects for primary care in updated NICE guidance on psychosis and schizophrenia in adults
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GMS contract
Patients with mental health illnesses are at higher risk of CVD
The updated QOF indicators will help to improve the physical health of people with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or other psychoses, says Dr Caroline Dollery
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Implementing guidelines
People with psychosis should be asked about substance use
NICE recommends that all individuals with psychosis or suspected psychosis and possible substance misuse are referred to secondary care, says Professor Peter Tyrer
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Implementing guidelines
Early diagnosis improves outcomes in postnatal depression
The SIGN guideline on postnatal depression and puerperal psychosis emphasises the importance of early recognition, as Dr Imogen Stephens explains
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Personal view
SIGN guideline raises awareness of PND
The SIGN guideline on postnatal depression and puerperal psychosis should be required reading, says Dr Chris Barclay
