Culturally adapted therapy for early psychosis with caregiver support
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests culturally adapted talk-therapy to help people who are in the early stage of psychosis. It also involves a family member or caregiver, which may make the support at home easier and more consistent.
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Who can take part
- You’re 18 or older and have a confirmed diagnosis of schizophrenia or related psychosis (schizophreniform or schizoaffective).
- Your symptoms include significant delusions and/or hallucinations (or suspiciousness/persecution/grandiosity) based on study symptom scores.
- Your psychiatric medication has been stable for the past 4 weeks, and you’re currently in mental health services.
- Your diagnosis is within the last 3 years, and you can understand the study and give consent.
- You have a caregiver or close relative willing to join the study with you.
- You have not had structured psychological therapy in the past 3 months, and you do not have an active substance use disorder (except nicotine or caffeine).
Quick eligibility check
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