The transition from adolescence to adulthood in patients with schizophrenia: Challenges, opportunities and recommendations

Schizophrenia is a severely debilitating neurodevelopmental disorder that requires continuous multidisciplinary treatment. Early onset schizophrenia (EOS, onset before 18) is associated with poorer outcomes than the adult-onset type. The transition from adolescent to adult mental healthcare services (AMHS) poses various challenges for maintaining continuity of care.

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Schizophrenia is a debilitating neurodevelopmental disorder that requires continuous multidisciplinary treatment. Early onset schizophrenia has poorer outcomes compared to adult-onset type, and transitioning from adolescent to adult mental healthcare services poses challenges for maintaining continuity of care.