- Days: Fortnightly on Tuesdays
- Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Online via Zoom
The live, online PEER group sessions take place fortnightly and are available to all first-episode psychosis patients enrolled in the Cannabis Clinic for Psychosis programme. Referrals to the programme are currently accepted from the Lambeth Early Onset (LEO) unit and STEP Early Intervention Community Mental Health Teams. The sessions are designed to support patients in achieving a significant reduction or cessation of their cannabis use.
Each session combines psychoeducation, mentoring, and peer-to-peer support. Participants benefit from presentations delivered by subject matter experts, complemented by online learning materials. Additionally, patient mentors, who have themselves experienced psychosis associated with cannabis use and successfully ceased use, provide guidance and inspiration. The sessions foster a supportive environment where patients can learn, share experiences, and receive encouragement on their recovery journey.
The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that accompanies the live online PEER group sessions is available to patients, clinicians, and researchers involved in the programme. It includes co-produced learning activities, a structured programme of learning, and a wealth of resources such as talks, presentations, and expert-led sessions from renowned speakers.
How to Access:
To access the resources, you must meet one of the following criteria:
- Be a patient enrolled in the Cannabis Clinic for Psychosis programme, referred by the Lambeth Early Onset (LEO) Unit or STEP Early Intervention Community Mental Health Teams.
- Be a clinician or researcher involved in the programme.
- Be a family member or carer supporting a patient’s care.
Steps to Access:
- Ensure you have a PIN code to verify your eligibility.
- If you do not have a PIN code, please contact cannabisclinicforpsychosis@slam.nhs.uk to request one.
- Once your eligibility is confirmed, programme staff will provide you with an access code.
- Click Book Now to register and enter your access code to gain entry.
What you will learn from taking part in the CPP PEER Group:
- Recognise what cannabis is and the effects on the body and brain
- Explore psychosocial tools for trigger and craving management
- Assess arguments for and against cannabis use
- Explore psychosocial tools for trigger and craving management
- Assess arguments for and against cannabis use
- Examine peers' experiences and how these can relate to your personal circumstances
- Reflect on discussions about the legalisation and decriminalisation of cannabis
- Apply the learning to your everyday life
For more information or to access the Cannabis Clinic for Psychosis Online (CCPO), please contact:
- Cannabis Clinic for Psychosis: cannabisclinicforpsychosis@slam.nhs.uk
- Dr Marta Di Forti: marta.diforti@kcl.ac.uk or marta.diforti@slam.nhs.uk
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Discounted rates are available for group bookings. Please contact us for more information. Maudsley Learning has a full range of courses to meet the needs of your organisation. Most can be delivered to you flexibly and tailored to your requirements.
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