Clinical insights: Preventing psychosis treatment disengagement

• Published in: Schizophrenia research Vol. 252; pp. 64 - 66
• Main Authors: Gouse, Brittany M., Kline, Emily R.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier B.V 01.02.2023
• Subjects: Clozapine; Dropout; Engagement; Humans; Motivational interviewing; Patient Dropouts; Patient Participation; Psychotherapy; Psychotic Disorders - therapy; Schizophrenia - therapy; Treatment; Motivational interviewing; Psychotherapy; Engagement; Treatment; Clozapine; Dropout

Many patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders disengage from treatment, with negative impacts on prognosis and recovery. This commentary provides an overview of common reasons underlying treatment dropout and strategies for overcoming obstacles and enhancing patient engagement. Basic clinical...