Family interventions for psychosis (FIp) are effective in reducing service user relapse and
carer distress in people with schizophrenia-spectrum conditions. Several treatment and best …

Informal caregivers of individuals affected by psychotic disorder can play a key role in the
recovery process. However, little research has been conducted on the lived experiences of …

BackgroundCarers are key providers of care and support to mental health patients and
mental health policies consistently mandate carer involvement. Understanding carers' …

Background Caregivers of patients load different kinds of burdens, including emotional
distress. Aims of this study were to evaluate both burden and empathy of caregivers who …

Objectives To demonstrate the costs, outcomes and economic impact of early intervention in
psychosis (EIP) services. Design Longitudinal retrospective observational study of service …

Varying perceptions of who should be responsible for supporting individuals with mental
health problems may contribute to their needs remaining unmet. A qualitative descriptive …

Background The first onset of psychosis can exert a significant negative impact on the
functioning and positive wellbeing of family carers. Carer reports of “burnout” have recently …

Objectives This study systematically reviewed existing qualitative evidence of family
members' experiences prior to the initiation of mental health services for a loved one …

Aim The first episode of psychosis is a challenging time for both patients and those who care
for them. Although literature on treatment is plentiful, literature on how to best support …

Objective: To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a new online program (Minds
Together) for carers of a person with depressive or anxiety symptoms. Methods: Using a two …