Psychosis and schizophrenia in children and young people: recognition and management

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This guideline covers recognising and managing psychosis and schizophrenia in children and young people. It aims to improve early recognition of psychosis and schizophrenia so that children and young people can be offered the treatment and care they need to live with the condition.

In May 2016, a new recommendation was added on providing information about olanzapine when choosing antipsychotic medication for children and young people with a first episode of psychosis.

Who is it for?:

1. Healthcare professionals working with children and young people who have, or might have, psychosis and schizophrenia

2. Children and young people who have, or might have, psychosis and schizophrenia, their families and carers