The duration of untreated psychosis, the time from when psychotic symptoms first manifest to when adequate treatment is achieved, is a clinically meaningful measure and is associated with both the short-term and long-term outcomes of schizophrenia.

There were approximately 2.8 million adults with schizophrenia living in the United States in 2020 and about 40% of these individuals, or 1.1 million adults, are untreated at any given time.

Black families with a family member who has schizophrenia seek family psychoeducation at a lower rate compared to white families, according to a study published in March in Psychiatric Services.

'A tragedy that could have been prevented'

Treatment Advocacy Center endorses new IMD repeal bill named for New Yorik City subway victim Michelle Alyssa Go

Most young adults’ first-episode psychosis (FEP) coincides with a critical transitional period into the workforce, however, the onset of severe mental illness during this important time can hinder one's ability to participate in educational and occupational opportunities.

Like many families, mine has its traditions. Some families’ traditions include who cuts the turkey on Thanksgiving, lighting Chanukah candles or opening presents on Christmas Eve. My family’s tradition, sadly, is suicide.

May is Mental Health Awareness month and it is more important than ever to raise awareness about severe mental illness. Each Research Weekly published this month is chosen with this in mind.

 I conducted an impromptu survey some five or six years ago in one of the popular Facebook groups for severe mental illness (SMI) advocates. I asked denizens of the group “what is your ideal structure for crisis response?” The answer surprised me.

 (April 27, 2022) Research Roundup is a monthly public service of the Office of Research and Public Affairs. Each edition describes a striking new data point about severe mental illness and summarizes recently published research reports or developments.

Discovering ways to enhance wellness for caregivers of individuals with serious mental illness has been an ongoing effort. Yet, Asian Americans have been underrepresented in studies regarding serious mental illness caregiving.