Book Review: Implementing Early Intervention in Psychosis: A Guide to Establishing Early Psychosis Services

Abstract

Reviews the book, "Implementing Early Intervention in Psychosis: A Guide to Establishing Early Psychosis Services," edited by Jane Edwards and Patrick D McGorry. This book contributes to the enormous interest that has developed over the past 10 years in first episode psychosis and early intervention services. It is meant to be used as a source of important information: the erudite, concise description of several early psychosis services in different countries and the provision of Web sites, e-mail contacts, and a large number of references fulfill its stated purpose. The reviewer argues that the authors have done a commendable job in this book and have explained the rationale of early psychosis services for young people admirably well, while calling for ongoing evaluation. It is further noted that the book is concise, clear, and easy to read. Its layout is attractive, with boxes in pink highlighting descriptions or other important points. The production is free from errors, and the price is reasonable. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved)