High-risk sexual behaviours in young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis

Abstract

Aim: The sexual health of adults with schizophrenia is poorer than the general population; however, less is known about young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis (FEP). The aim of this study was to explore the high-risk sexual behaviours and sexual well-being indicators of a cohort of young people with FEP. Methods: Data collected from young people (15-24 years) with FEP attending the EPPIC service in Melbourne and participating in a physical health intervention were analysed. Baseline trial data collected on sexual health and high-risk behaviours, psychiatric symptomology, functioning, and substance use are presented by gender. Associations between symptomology and functioning ..