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  • Title: [Family therapy as a component of routine management of schizophrenic patients. A report of experiences].
    Author: Klank I, Rost WD, Olbrich R.
    Journal: Psychiatr Prax; 1998 Jan; 25(1):29-32. PubMed ID: 9530766.
    Abstract:
    Since 1993 we have been working with nine groups of relatives of schizophrenic patients who were admitted as inpatients to two different psychiatric wards at the Landesklinik Nordschwarzwald. We summarise our experience with the family groups as a part of the psychiatric care for schizophrenic patients. The concept of family groups combines psychoeducational aspects with the concept of "Expressed Emotion". The relatives valued the combination of information, discussion and exchange of experiences positively. The groups offer relief and support. The involvement of the relatives has proved useful in the treatment of schizophrenic patients at our institution and will be continued. Further studies designed to improve the efficiency and quality of family groups will be important for their general establishment in psychiatric care.
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