What is the remission rate for first-episode psychosis?

• A. 56%
• B. 30%
• C. 70%
• D. 13.5%

Answer: (B)

Remission rate for first-episode psychosis captures how many patients experience a sustained reduction of symptoms to a mild level with appropriate treatment and support. In the early course of psychosis, a meaningful portion do achieve remission, but not the majority, even with good care. Across studies using standard remission criteria, about one-third of individuals with a first episode reach remission within the first year. That makes 30% the best match among the options. Higher rates like 56% or 70% would overestimate typical short-term outcomes, while a figure as low as 13.5% underestimates what some patients do achieve with effective early intervention and treatment.