Marginalized Communities in EPI
Presented By:
Dr Victoria Patterson, Dr Suzanne Archie, and Dr Amal Abdel-Baki
Learning Objectives:
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Evaluate the unique challenges nonbinary and transgender youth face in relation to psychosis and mental health treatment.
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Identify biases that may impact care for nonbinary and transgender youth experiencing psychosis.
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Apply evidence-based strategies to provide competent and affirming care tailored to the needs of nonbinary and transgender youth with psychosis.
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Understand the increased risk of psychosis among Black & racialized immigrants to Ontario.
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Recognize the role of structural racism & psychosis.
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Recognize the role of vitamin D deficiency.
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Investigate cannabis use among Black & racialized patients with FEP & CUD.
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Discuss homelessness and first episode psychosis.
Originally Presented at the 2024 EPI Canada Conference
This initiative has been sponsored in part by AbbVie, Boehringer Ingelheim, HLS Therapeutics Inc, Janssen, Otsuka-Lundbeck Alliance, and Teva through educational grants.