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Instruments measuring behavioral disturbance in relatives with schizophrenia.
H L Provencher1, J P Fournier, M Perreault
1Faculty of Nursing, Laval University, Centre de Recherche, Université Laval-Robert Giffard, Québec, Canada. helene.provencher@@fsi.ulaval.ca
Community Mental Health Journal
|August 10, 2000
Summary
This review examines 16 tools assessing behavioral disturbances in schizophrenia patients from family perspectives. It details their domains, scales, and psychometric properties, suggesting future research directions.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder characterized by significant behavioral disturbances.
- Family members are crucial observers of patient behavior and well-being.
- Accurate measurement of behavioral disturbance is essential for effective treatment and support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and evaluate instruments used by family members to measure behavioral disturbance in schizophrenia.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the characteristics and psychometric properties of these assessment tools.
- To identify gaps and propose future research avenues in this field.
Main Methods:
- Conducted a systematic literature search to identify relevant instruments.
- Reviewed 16 instruments based on predefined criteria.
- Analyzed information on measurement domains, scale types, and psychometric validation.
Main Results:
- Detailed descriptions of 16 distinct instruments are presented.
- Information on the scope (domains) and format (rating scales) of each instrument is provided.
- Psychometric properties, including reliability and validity, are critically assessed for each tool.
Conclusions:
- A range of instruments exists for family-reported assessment of behavioral disturbance in schizophrenia.
- The review highlights the need for further development and validation of robust measurement tools.
- Future research should focus on enhancing the utility and applicability of these instruments in clinical practice and research.