The impact of psychotic experiences in the early stages of mental health problems in young people.
Kareen HeinzeAshleigh LinBarnaby NelsonRenate L E P ReniersRachel UpthegroveLatoya ClarkeAyesha RocheAngelique LowrieStephen J WoodPublished in: BMC psychiatry (2018)
Psychotic experiences appear to be particularly associated with depressive symptoms and psychological distress, impaired role functioning and quality of life in help-seeking young people in the medium-term. It is therefore important to pay special attention to psychotic experiences in the early stages of mental health problems even if psychotic symptoms are not the main motivation for help-seeking.