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¹Department of Psychiatry and Neuropsychology, South Limburg Mental Health Research and Teaching Network, EURON, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands. mailto:j.vanos@sp.unimaas.nl

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Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) shows promise for patients with psychiatric disorders, potentially reducing hospitalizations and improving remission rates. Further research is needed to validate its effectiveness in delivering optimal non-pharmacological care.

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Published on: April 23, 2014

Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Mental Health Services Research

Background:

Patients with psychiatric disorders require optimal non-pharmacological treatment.
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a model of care that may enhance treatment delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

To review evidence on the importance of non-pharmacological treatments for psychiatric disorders.
To evaluate the potential contribution of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) to optimal patient care.

Main Methods:

Systematic review of published studies on Assertive Community Treatment (ACT).
Inclusion of data from Cochrane Library reviews and other study groups.

Main Results:

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is associated with reduced hospitalizations.
Preliminary data suggest ACT may improve remission rates in patients with psychotic disorders.

Conclusions:

Current evidence suggests Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a viable strategy for treating patients with psychotic disorders.
Further investigation is required to fully validate the benefits and application of ACT.