Family Therapy

• What is one evident support for family therapy?

  It reduces relapse rates between 50-60% according to McFarlane (2016).
• Why does NICE recommend family therapy for individuals with a diagnosis of SZ?

  Because it has been shown to reduce relapse rates significantly.
• What does McFarlane's (2016) review indicate about family therapy's benefits?

  It helps not only the individual but also the family at all stages of the diagnosis of SZ.
• What conclusion did Paroah et al. (2010) reach regarding family therapy?

  There is moderate evidence that it significantly reduces hospital re-admission and improves quality of life.
• What is a key benefit of family therapy according to Lob an & Barrowclough (2016)?

  It strengthens family functioning and communication.
• How does family therapy impact the family of a person with SZ?

  It lessens the negative impact of SZ by strengthening support and communication within the family.
• What is a limitation of family therapy as mentioned in the study material?

  It is not a cure for schizophrenia.
• What are the main strengths of family therapy for individuals with SZ?

  • Reduces relapse rates by 50-60%
  • Recommended by NICE for all diagnosed individuals
  • Benefits both the individual and their family
  • Reduces hospital re-admission rates
  • Improves quality of life for patients and families
  • Strengthens family functioning and communication
  • Supports family relationships and coping mechanisms
• What are the goals of family therapy in treating SZ?

  • Treat symptoms of schizophrenia
  • Improve the patient's home life
  • Support family relationships
  • Help family members cope with symptoms
• What is a weakness of family therapy regarding treatment consent?

  Treatment requires consent
• Why might family therapy cause some family members to withdraw from therapy?

  Because it requires sharing personal experiences, which may be uncomfortable
• How can discomfort in sharing personal details affect patient engagement in family therapy?

  It can lead to patients stopping their engagement with the therapy
• What aspect of disorders does family therapy, like CBT, not address?

  It does not address the biological aspect of the disorder
• What does family therapy focus on instead of the biological aspect of disorders?

  It focuses mostly on the nurture side of the debate
• How might family therapy incite feelings of guilt and stress among family members?

  By placing blame on the family environment
• What ethical concern is associated with family therapy?

  Ethical boundaries may be crossed
• What might happen if family members feel pressured to share experiences in therapy?

  They may want to withdraw from the therapy
• What is the potential impact of blaming the family environment in therapy?

  It may incite feelings of guilt and stress