Clinical risk factors for psychosis

Abstract

Among the diverse risk factors for psychosis, clinical markers are the most commonly used in research settings and clinical practice. Such markers have been studied in high-risk populations such as participants with a familial history of psychosis or those with “basic symptoms” or a syndrome of clinical or ultra high risk. A range of clinical risk factors have been identified in these populations including subtypes of psychotic symptoms such as disorganization and unusual thought content; markers of general and social functioning; family history of psychosis; early-life trauma; obstetric complications; and cannabis abuse. These factors should be considered in terms of their impact on the ris..