Publications by authors named "M I Armando"

This article seeks to further specify how the mentalization-based approach may inform clinical intervention before the onset of psychosis, that is, during the stage of clinical high-risk for psychosis (CHR-P). We first review the concept of CHR-P, as well as the research evidence of the impact of early intervention. Next, we present evidence for the centrality of mentalizing as a process that may mitigate the risk for psychosis.

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Introduction: Clinical high risk for psychosis (CHR) states are associated with an increased risk of transition to psychosis. However, the predictive value of CHR screening interviews is dependent on pretest risk enrichment in referred patients. This poses a major obstacle to CHR outreach campaigns since they invariably lead to risk dilution through enhanced awareness.

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This article explores best practices for managing patients with Clinical High Risk for psychosis with a particular focus on the role of general practitioners and pediatricians. It offers clear guidelines for the assessment and monitoring of these patients, highlighting early warning signs, screening tools, and appropriate interventions. Additionally, the article lists local resources available for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal and coordinated care.

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Article Synopsis
  • - The study analyzed one-year hospitalization patterns of 233 adolescents to understand how often and for how long they are hospitalized for mental health issues.
  • - Five distinct hospitalization patterns were identified: brief stays, repetitive short stays, repetitive medium stays, long stays, and chronic stays, with varying average durations and case numbers for each group.
  • - The research highlighted differences in hospitalization experiences based on sex, diagnoses, and severity of issues, lacking age-based differences, and suggested improvements for organizing mental health services for adolescents.
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