Early Intervention Service (EIS)

The Early Intervention Service (EIS) covering Bournemouth, Poole and Rural East Dorset is part of Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust.

What service do the EIS provide?

EIS provides support to young people aged between 14-35 who appear to be experiencing a first episode of psychosis or a suspected first episode of psychosis.

The staff at EIS are trained professionals and experts in assessing, treating and supporting young people in the early stages of a psychotic illness.

EIS can offer support for up to 3 years. This may include social, psychological and emotional support, as well as medical input.

What is Psychosis?

Psychosis is the term used to explain a number of experiences including hearing 'voices', having unusual and frightening ideas and a loss of energy or drive.

Psychosis is a condition which is receptive to effective treatments and interventions.

Facts about Psychosis

Around 1 in 100 young people will experience a psychosis in their teens or 20's.
Early recognition and treatment is crucial as it is significantly reduces the chance of long term problem.
With early treatment, most people will make a full recovery.

Early warning signs

Spending more time alone
Withdrawal from family and friends
feeling tense and irritable
Feeling depressed and anxious
Not sleeping or eating as usual
Losing concentration
Becoming suspicious and losing trust in people
Being occupied about one or two things
Saying and believing things that don't make sense

If you or a friend have been experiencing several of the changes listed, particularly those listed at the end of the list for 2 weeks or more, then NOW is the time to ask for professional help.

What should i do next?

EIS except direct referrals from Anyone: