Predicting Psychotic Relapse Using Speech-Based Early Detection
Psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and affective psychosis, are severe mental health conditions marked by recurrent episodes that contribute to long-term disability. Relapses, characterized by the re-emergence of psychotic symptoms after remission, are a critical factor in the progression of these disorders, increasing risks such as suicide, cognitive impairment, and unemployment. This study aims to develop a novel, speech-based digital model to predict relapses in individuals with psychosis. Building on previous research into language abnormalities in schizophrenia, the study will employ a longitudinal design across Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) clinics in Ontario and Quebec to advance relapse prediction
• Age must be 16 years and older
• Diagnosis must meet DSM-5 criteria for psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or related conditions
• Fluency in English or French
• Must be currently receiving treatment through an EPI program