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Family Psychoeducation for Adults With Psychotic Disorders in Tanzania (Pilot Clinical Trial of KUPAA)
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating KUPAA Intervention Group (Culturally Tailored Family Psychoeducation) for Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders and Mental Disorders, Severe. Completed, enrolled 66 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
The goal of this study is to pilot test a culturally tailored Family Psychoeducation model (KUPAA) for adults with psychotic disorders and their relatives that is appropriate for cultural settings inclusive of both traditional and biomedical ideas about mental illness and that incorporates relatives as co-facilitators of the intervention.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
KUPAA is composed of 3 key components: 1-2 Joining sessions \[\~30 to 45 minutes each\] give the facilitator and participants a chance to get to know each other before KUPAA groups begin and allows time for questions. Educational Workshop is an interactive, one day workshop offering information about biological, psychological and social aspects of mental illness; the nature, effects and side effects of psychiatric treatments; what families can do to help recovery and prevent relapse; and guidelines for managing mental illnesses. 12 Family psychoeducation group sessions \[\~1.5 hours each session\] occur weekly in multi-family groups. These sessions follow an empirically tested format and focus on solving problems that interfere with treatment, illness, and symptoms management and that support coping skills and personal care. Case management may also be provided.