You or someone you know may be:
■ Having serious problems at work or school
■ Seeing or hearing things that others do not see or hear
■ Having fixed beliefs not shared by others
■ Withdrawing from social interactions
■ Speaking or thinking in a disorganized way
■ Feeling paranoid
These are all signs that someone may be at risk for a psychotic illness.
Early treatment is very important. Research suggests that the sooner treatment of a psychotic illness begins, the better the chances of a faster and more complete recovery. With treatment, people with psychotic illness can and do get better! “As I often say, in my more than 40 years with schizophrenia, there’s never been a better time to be a person with a serious mental illness. There is more hope now than ever before.” Frederick J. Frese, Ph.D. NEOMED Associate Professor of Psychiatry Coordinator, Recovery Project
In partnership with:
The FIRST.IL team members work together to provide treatment, information, and support to clients, their families and significant others.
“As I often say, in my more than 40 years with schizophrenia, there’s never been a better time to be a person with a serious mental illness. There is more hope now than ever before.”Frederick J. Frese, Ph.D. NEOMED Associate Professor of Psychiatry Coordinator, Recovery Project
FIRST.IL is a comprehensive treatment program for individuals who have had a first episode of a psychotic illness.
For more information on Mental Health Treatment or Services:
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Chicago, IL 60644 (773) 599-1976