FAMILIES OF SCHIZOPHRENIC PATIENTS

This book describes methods of assessing and intervening with the families of patients with a diagnosis of schizophrenia using a cognitive behavioural framework.

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This book details interventions used in the Salford Family intervention Study, which resulted in the decreased relapse rates and improved social functioning of patients. It includes methods of educating the family about the illness, reducing stress in family members and helping families to promote the well-being of the patient. It describes the breakthrough in providing care for the whole family using cognitive behavioural techniques.