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This book is in B&W, not color - Print page in Grayscale for Correct view! Early Warning Signs For some psychiatric conditions that later develop psychosis symptoms, there is often a prodromal (early) phase. In this phase, the following may be noted: - Isolation and withdrawal Loss of interest in peers Declining self-care/hygiene Change in thought pattern including disorganized thinking Preoccupations/paranoid thinking Lack of motivation Getting a comprehensive assessment of these symptoms is important to understand the possible explanations for the change in the person’s behaviour. Substance Use For many individuals, the use of substances increases the risk of developing psychosis. In general, the younger the person and their developing brain are, the greater the risk posed by the use of substances. Substances known to have links to possible psychosis include: - Marijuana/hash/THC Methamphetamine (including crystal meth) PCP/Psilocybin/Peyote /Mescaline LSD Ketamine Prescribed medicines may also produce psychosis: - Steroids - Amphetamines/stimulants For [email protected] Property of Bookemon, do NOT distribute 20