Psychoeducational interventions for family carers of people with psychosis are effective for
improving compliance and preventing relapse. Whether carers benefit from these …

Aim: The aim of this paper is to provide a descriptive review of published qualitative
research studies on first episode psychosis (FEP). Methods: A review was undertaken to …

Becoming a carer is associated with physical, emotional, and financial hardship, with
caregivers often experiencing a maelstrom of emotions as they struggle to understand what …

BackgroundEarly intervention services (EIS) comprise low-stigma, youth-friendly mental
health teams for young people undergoing first-episode psychosis (FEP). Engaging with the …

Background: There has been substantial research on pathways to care in first-episode
psychosis (FEP); however, few studies have used a qualitative research paradigm or have …

Objective This paper reviews the evidence on the significance of sibling inclusion in family
interventions and support during early psychosis. Method This narrative review presents the …

Objectives In the U nited K ingdom (UK), the government has set out priorities to support
relatives and carers. Despite this, many relatives of people experiencing psychosis continue …

Background Psychosis, including schizophrenia, is the most common severe mental illness
affecting 1% of the population worldwide. A large number of people provide long-term …

Aim: The purpose of this qualitative study was to investigate the burdens and difficulties
associated with the experience of caring for youth with schizophrenia‐spectrum disorders …

Evidence suggests that empowerment is central to improving the effectiveness and quality of
mental health care. Empowerment includes increased involvement, choice and access to …