Pathways to care for first-generation migrants with first episode psychosis in northwestern metropolitan Melbourne

Abstract

Objective: Understanding the pathways to care for migrants experiencing a first episode of psychosis is important, as they are more likely to experience longer delays to treatment and negative experiences, such as involuntary treatment. Despite the increased risk of developing a psychotic illness and barriers associated with pathways to care, there are limited studies exploring pathways to care in migrants in Australia. This study seeks to examine pathways to care for young people with a first episode of psychosis to a publicly funded youth mental health service. Methods: This study included all young people aged 15–24 years who presented with a first episode of psychosis to the Early Psycho..