Table 3.

Communication about the disorder in prodromal stages.

Be aware that communication about the risk of developing psychosis may profoundly alarm patients’ and caregivers In case of prodromal states of psychosis, disclosure should be tailored in line with characteristics specific to each presenting case Disclosure should be accompanied by a clear communication about what the terms “prodromal” or “at risk state” really mean In case of suspected major neurocognitive disorders patients should be given the possibility of choosing whether to be informed or not the principle of “therapeutic privilege” may be applied if the physician feels obliged to forego full disclosure, in order to safeguard the patient’s wellbeing In case of biomarker positivity, the physician should seek consent from the patient to allow a family member or other person to be informed of the outcome