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Thursday, February 26, 2015

Quality standard on psychosis and schizophrenia

NICE’s quality standard on psychosis and schizophrenia sets out 8 quality statements designed to improve the care of adults living with the disorders. The standard highlights the benefits of early intervention, the use of CBT for psychosis, and the importance of supporting adults with psychosis or schizophrenia to return to work.

The National Institute of Health and Care Excellence recommends that adults with psychosis or schizophrenia who wish to find or return to work are offered supported employment programs. Unemployment can have a negative effect on the mental and physical health of adults with psychosis or schizophrenia.

The quality standard also includes statements that focus on providing family intervention therapy to family members of adults with psychosis or schizophrenia and the service user where appropriate, and offering carers education and support programs.

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