International statistics and data adjusted in line with Hong Kong’s demographic makeup indicate that 1300 new early psychosis cases occur every year (see footnotes). This figure provides a benchmark for the services provided by the E.A.S.Y (Early Assessment Service for Young People with Psychosis) Programme.

Footnotes:

The global incidence of early psychosis (the percentage of individuals who are experiencing or have experienced this mental state) is estimated to be 1%.

The annual incidence of new cases is estimated to be 5 in 10,000 (i.e. 5 new cases among every 10,000 people every year)