@article{ref1,
title="Psychosis Risk and Prevention of Persistent and Severe Mental Illness: Implications for Social Work Practice",
journal="Columbia social work review",
year="2011",
author="DeVylder…, Jordan",
volume="2",
number="",
pages="59-72",
abstract="The prognosis of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders may be improved through efforts to identify at-risk individuals and to provide early interventions prior to the first episode of psychosis. Psychosis-risk syndrome is gaining recognition as a distinct clinical condition, and may be included as a diagnosis in the upcoming version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V). As direct mental health practitioners, social workers are in an ideal position to both address the diverse psychosocial needs and improve the accessibility of services for this difficult-to-define population. As macro-level practitioners, social workers can provide a valuable perspective on ethical issues while advocating to reduce the stigma surrounding the provision of intensive mental health services to individuals struggling with psychosis-risk syndrome.  Language: en",
language="",
issn="2164-1250",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}