Bipolar disorder, psychosis and schizophrenia in children and young people

Quality statements

Statement 1 Children and young people who are referred to a specialist mental health service with a first episode of psychosis start assessment within 2 weeks.

Statement 2 Children and young people with a first episode of psychosis and their family members are offered family intervention.

Statement 3 Children and young people newly diagnosed with bipolar depression or a first episode of psychosis are offered a psychological intervention.

Statement 4 Parents and carers of children and young people newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder, psychosis or schizophrenia are given information about carer‑focused education and support.

Statement 5 Children and young people with bipolar disorder, psychosis or schizophrenia are given healthy lifestyle advice at diagnosis and at annual review.

Statement 6 Children and young people with bipolar disorder, psychosis or schizophrenia prescribed antipsychotic medication have their treatment monitored for side effects.

Statement 7 (developmental) Children and young people with bipolar disorder, psychosis or schizophrenia who are in crisis are offered home treatment if it is suitable.

Statement 8 Children and young people with bipolar disorder, psychosis and schizophrenia have arrangements for accessing education or employment‑related training included in their care plan.