New challenges in family interventions for schizophrenia

Authors: Glynn, Shirley M; Cohen, Amy N; Niv, Noosha

Source: Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics, Volume 7, Number 1, January 2007 , pp. 33-43(11)

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Abstract:

This review first outlines the rationale and research base supporting the development of family interventions for schizophrenia. The over-riding principles guiding effective family interventions for schizophrenia are then presented, along with the key components (engagement, assessment, education, communication skills training and problem-solving) shared by most family programs in schizophrenia. Meta-analyses demonstrating the efficacy of family interventions in reducing relapse and rehospitalization in schizophrenia are then discussed, along with issues regarding minimal duration of effective treatment, differential benefits of single and multiple family modalities and mixed evidence for the maintenance of treatment effects after termination. The benefits of participation in family-organized, nonprofessional support and education programs are then described. Finally, three issues meriting further study are outlined.

Keywords: clinical trial; family; patient; psychosocial; schizophrenia

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1586/14737175.7.1.33

Publication date: 2007-01-01

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Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics provides expert commentary on the use of drugs and medicines in clinical neurology and neuropsychiatry. Coverage includes disease management, new medicines and drugs in neurology, therapeutic indications, diagnostics, medical treatment guidelines and neurological diseases such as stroke, epilepsy, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
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