Psychopharmacology and Early Psychosis Treatment Considerations

This chapter explores the nuances of psychopharmacology in early psychosis, highlighting the importance of carefully choosing medications in specialized care. It discusses starting with low doses of antipsychotics, utilizing long-acting injectables, and the challenges of prescribing medications like Clozapine. Insight into the illness, treatment refusal, and the psychological barriers to recovery are emphasized, advocating for a shift towards coordinated specialty care and alternative treatment approaches.