family therapy A01 Flashcards
what does FT aim to do?
to reduce relapse rates
what do NICE recommend?
that family therapy should be offered to all individuals with sz who are in contact or live with family.
when should family therapy be a priority?
when the sufferer experiences persistent symptoms or they have a high risk of relapsing
how long is FT offered for?
a period of 3-12 months
what does Garety estimate?
those who receive family therapy have a 25% chance of relapsing in comparison to 50% if you receive standard care alone.
what does FT involve?
providing family members with info about sz and finding ways of supporting an individual with sz.
why should FT involve the person with sz?
reduces their suspicions of their treatment
what can FT improve?
relationships in the household
what does FT encourage the family to do?
to listen to each other and openly discuss and negogiate things
name 3 stages of FT
psychoeducation, reducing emotional climate and maintaining reasonable expectations
who conducted the key study of family therapy?
Pharaoh et al 2010
