At a glance
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Randomized Trial of Usual Care Versus Specialized, Phase-specific Care in the Public Sector for First Episode Psychosis.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Cognitive Behavioral Group Therapy, Cognitive remediation, and 4 other interventions for Schizophrenia and Disorders With Psychotic Features. Completed, enrolled 120 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to understand the effectiveness of a specialized package of phase-specific treatments for individuals in the midst of their first episode of psychosis. The pharmacologic and psychosocial treatments will be delivered within a state public mental health center.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
once per week
as needed
Individualized prescription of psychotropic medications including but not restricted to antipsychotic, antidepressant and mood stabilizers.
Multi-Family psychoeducation Group based on the model published by McFarlane et al.
Meetings with an individual clinician (social work or nursing) who provides supportive psychotherapy, helps assist with vocational and educational supports.
Subjects randomized to this arm either return to their existing outpatient psychiatrist or, if they do not have one yet, are referred by the clinic to preferred providers in the community. The nature of the interventions provided is variable and is being monitored by the research clinic.