Family intervention

Question 1

what was the reasoning behind family intervention as a treatment of the disorder/minimising chance of relapse

Answer 1

As seen with Brown et al 1972, criticism and hostility in the home of schizophrenics increases relapse rates therefore, family intervention would help in curing of disorders/minimise relapse.

Question 2

what are examples of what family intervention includes

Answer 2

• forming an alliance with relatives who care for schizophrenic
• reduce the emotional climate and burden of care
• enhane relatives ability to anticipate episodes and solve problems
• reduce family members expressing guilt or anger
• enforce reasonable expectations with family memebers
• encourage to maintain some separation but have limits

Question 3

what were the aims of family intervention

Answer 3

• educate relatives about Sz
• stabilise trust in doctors/family
• improve communication
• teach patient + family about stress management techniques

Question 4

what is the family intervention methods process

Answer 4

preliminary analysis
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information transfer
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communication

Question 5

what does the preliminary analysis do during family intervention

Answer 5

identifies where the problem lies

Question 6

what does the information transfer do during family intervention

Answer 6

teaches p.t/family about illness

Question 7

what does the communication part do during family intervention

Answer 7

skills such as requesting time out and compromise and negotiation are taught

Question 8

what is a strength of family therapy for treating schizophrenia

Answer 8

P: A strength of family therapy for schizophrenia is its economic benefit.
E: Research has shown that family therapy can be £1,004 cheaper than standard care over a 3 year period while still producing positive outcomes.
E: This makes it a cost-effective option for the NHS, especially when resources are limited, and reduces the long-term financial burden on healthcare services by lowering relapse rates
L: Therefore, the economic advantage of family therapy adds to its appeal as an effective and sustainable treatment

Question 9

what is a limitation of family intervention as a treatment for schizophrenia

Answer 9

P: A limitation of family therapy is that its success relies heavily on the engagement of family members
E: Some relatives may be unwilling to take part or may misrepresent their level of involvement, either due to denial, guilt, or lack of time
E: This can reduce the effectiveness of the therapy, as it depends on honest communication and active participation to improve family dynamics and reduce stress for the patient.
L:Therefore, family therapy may not be suitable or effective in all cases