Dimensions and predictors of clinical and personal recovery in first-episode psychoses: Results from a cross-sectional study.

Introduction: First episode psychosis (FEP) services ensure higher recovery rates compared to usual care. The aim of this study was to investigate the different dimensions of recovery and its predictors.

Methods: This cross-sectional study recruited within those admitted to the Ferrara FEP service since 2012 that at the time of analysis were still receiving psychiatric care.

First-episode psychosis in the Ferrara Mental Health Department: Incidence and clinical course within the first 2 years.

Aim: To examine the incidence of with first-episode psychosis (FEP) in the Integrated Department of Mental Health and Pathological Addictions in Ferrara, Italy, and to examine the association between the Duration of Untreated Psychosis (DUP) and the clinical course.

Methods: Participants recruited in 2013-2019 were assessed with the Health of the Nation Outcome Scale (HoNOS) every 6 months for 24 months. Hierarchical growth models analysed changes of global severity (HoNOS total scores) and symptom dimensions.