Psychoeducational Intervention

Individuals may also try to find other ways to drown out the voices in their heads, including quick releases. These quick releases, such as alcohol and non-prescribed drugs are the main choices for individuals with Schizophrenia (Kerr & Paterson, 1999). Making sure that the individual does not consume either of these substances is very important. Alcohol paired with medication can often cause drowsiness, which affects their ability to operate (Kerr & Paterson, 1999). Substances, such as marijuana and other street drugs, often intensify their hallucinations and delusions and should ultimately be avoided (Kerr & Paterson, 1999). Although alcohol and non-prescribed drugs are most familiarly known to be avoided, caffeine can also have a negative …show more content…
Family is an important component in many individuals’ lives. This importance includes even individuals with mental illnesses. Individuals like Schizophrenics require the help of family members to assist in their treatment, management of tasks and handling their impairments (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou, 2015). Psychoeducational Intervention is considerably beneficial to the schizophrenic population (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou, 2015).When it comes to family’s ability to cope with their individual’s mental impairment, it can be difficult for them to be involved in the individual’s life. Understanding of the condition, coping skills, ability to reduce tension, and the ability to express themselves all lack when it comes to family’s ability to take care of Schizophrenic individuals (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou, 2015). Psychoeducation aims to educate family members on information about the illness and improving communication, problem solving, coping, and social skills (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou, 2015). Research shows that by improving the families overall understanding of the illness it provides the best quality of life for that individual (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou, 2015). The increased knowledge allows families to be more involved in the individual’s life allowing them to feel a sense of belonging and satisfaction. Family members that attend group sessions of psychoeducation tended to participate more in social activities and family events (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou, 2015). These findings appear long lasting and ultimately alleviate family’s sense of burden, increasing the individual with schizophrenia’s quality of life (Palli, Kontoangelos, Richardson, & Economou,