Journal article
The Importance of Structure and Connection for People Living With Schizophrenia: A 33-Year Outpatient Group Experience
Abstract
This paper evaluates an outpatient group for persons living with schizophrenia. Qualitative changes and psychiatric admissions among group members were reviewed to measure recovery. Thirty-two members have attended sessions for up to 28 years. Meaningful interactions (e.g., supportive comments) have increased and hospitalizations have decreased. The support of the therapists and the other group members has allowed for personal recovery and …
Authors
Rice DB; Zorn A; Sigman M
Journal
Community Mental Health Journal, Vol. 54, No. 7, pp. 992–996
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
10 2018
DOI
10.1007/s10597-018-0329-6
ISSN
0010-3853