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UC Davis
Schizophrenia Research and Education Program
The UC Davis Medical Center is
conducting a study of persons experiencing a first schizophrenic break or
showing initial symptoms of this illness. New developments have
indicated that early diagnosis and targeted therapies can prevent or
reduce the profound cognitive and social skill impairment that generally
results from
schizophrenia.
The
EDAPT (Early Diagnosis
and Preventative Treatment) Clinic at the University of
California, Davis Medical Center is part of the clinical health care
services provided by the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.
The program serves individuals
who are experiencing their first episode of psychotic symptoms, as well as
those who may be at risk for or showing early indicators of these
symptoms.
The goal of the clinic is to
intervene early as possible in order to prevent the development of
disease-related deficits and treatment-related side effects, and to
empower individuals to become active participants in their treatment and
progress towards their personal, social and occupational goals.
Who is Eligible
Males and females ages 12-40
Individuals motivated for intensive multidisciplinary treatment
Services
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Brief individual therapy
targeted at improving functioning, managing symptoms, monitoring
medications, and encouraging individuals to take an active role in illness
monitoring and treatment decisions
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Medication management with a
Psychiatrist
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Case management services
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Monthly Family Support group
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Supportive therapy and
psychoeducation about symptom management, treatment options and community
resources
Information also available
about ongoing research into psychosis and cognitive disorders being
conducted at the UCDMC Department of Psychiatry
Contact Information
If you or someone you know is interested in services or in
obtaining additional information about the clinic, please contact:
Jane DuBe, LCSW
(916) 734-2964
jane.dube@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu
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