In:
British Journal of Psychiatry, Royal College of Psychiatrists, Vol. 172, No. S33 ( 1998-06), p. 84-89
Abstract:
Background Studies have proved that early intervention can delay psychotic relapses, and prevent psychosocial deterioration in people with schizophrenia and related disorders. Method Our study with young people with recent onset schizophrenia has shown that an intensive intervention programme had a beneficial effect on the occurrence of psychotic relapse and the course of psychotic syndromes. This effect lasted until the end of the 15-month intervention. No significant effect of the two different intervention conditions became apparent. Results The results of a follow-up study showed that this beneficial effect did not last. Fifteen per cent of the people had a psychotic relapse during the intervention, whereas 64% relapsed during follow-up. Conclusions These results show that referral to other mental health agencies after intervention is not sufficient and that more support is required to continue disease management, medication compliance and stress management.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0007-1250
,
1472-1465
DOI:
10.1192/S0007125000297717
Language:
English
Publisher:
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Publication Date:
1998
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2021500-9
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