Views about sensory modulation from people with schizophrenia and treating staff: A multisite qualitative study
British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2021•journals.sagepub.com
Introduction Current non-pharmacological treatment options for people with schizophrenia
are limited. There is, however, emerging evidence that sensory modulation can be beneficial
for this population. This study aimed to gain insight into sensory modulation from the user's
and the treating staff's perspectives. Method A qualitative content analysis design was used.
Transcripts from occupational therapists (n= 11) and patients with schizophrenia (n= 13)
derived from in-depth semi-structured interviews were analysed for themes using content …
are limited. There is, however, emerging evidence that sensory modulation can be beneficial
for this population. This study aimed to gain insight into sensory modulation from the user's
and the treating staff's perspectives. Method A qualitative content analysis design was used.
Transcripts from occupational therapists (n= 11) and patients with schizophrenia (n= 13)
derived from in-depth semi-structured interviews were analysed for themes using content …
Introduction
Current non-pharmacological treatment options for people with schizophrenia are limited. There is, however, emerging evidence that sensory modulation can be beneficial for this population. This study aimed to gain insight into sensory modulation from the user’s and the treating staff’s perspectives.
Method
A qualitative content analysis design was used. Transcripts from occupational therapists (n=11) and patients with schizophrenia (n=13) derived from in-depth semi-structured interviews were analysed for themes using content analysis.
Results
Five themes emerged from this study: Service user education on the sensory approach is the key; A variety of tools should be tried; Sensory modulation provides a valued treatment option; There are challenges of managing perceived risk at an organisational level; and There is a shortage of accessible and effective training.
Conclusion
People with schizophrenia and treating staff had congruent perceptions regarding the use of sensory modulation as a treatment option. The findings suggest that sensory modulation can be a valued addition to treatment options for people with schizophrenia. We suggest further research on sensory modulation intervention effectiveness using quantitative methods so these results can be further explored.
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