Ageism in first episode psychosis

Objective To consider the characteristics of first episode psychosis in older adults in a county in North East England. Method/Design The present study used a naturalistic design to compare individuals aged 65 years and over with those under 65, with a first episode psychosis. Data were collected on demographics, diagnosis at presentation and hospital admissions in the first year. Results Almost a quarter of all patients were aged 65 years or older. The older group were admitted later on after presentation, but with longer average hospital stays (p