PORT ( P rogramme of R ecognition and T herapy): the first Polish recognition and treatment programme for patients with an at‐risk mental state

AIM: To present the activities of the first early intervention centre in Poland and the Programme of Recognition and Therapy (PORT) run by the centre. METHODS: An overview of the admission process, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions offered to individuals with an at-risk mental state. RESULTS: The PORT programme, developed in 2010, included 81 individuals, aged 15-29 years so far. The diagnostic procedures consists of evaluation of symptoms with the use of the Comprehensive Assessment of At-Risk Mental State (CAARMS), assessment of premorbid and current personality traits and the evaluation of cognitive functions. Therapeutic interventions include cognitive behavioural therapy, diet supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids and pharmacological treatment. Overall rate of conversion into psychosis within the years 2010-2103 was 18.5%. The programme has also been a source of research in the field of early psychosis. CONCLUSIONS: The PORT programme enables young people with an ARMS an easy access to the specialized service offering treatment tailored to their specific needs.