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Improving Schizophrenia Treatment Through Collaborative Care: Use of Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics
1Healthcare for the Homeless, Baltimore, Maryland.
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|November 4, 2025
Summary
Long-acting injectable antipsychotics improve schizophrenia treatment adherence and reduce hospitalizations. Nurses play a key role in educating patients and addressing concerns to support informed decisions about these vital medications.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Nursing
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics are underutilized for schizophrenia treatment.
- LAIs offer significant benefits, including improved treatment adherence and reduced relapse and rehospitalization rates.
- Nurses are crucial in implementing patient-centered, trauma-informed care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the underutilization of LAI antipsychotics in schizophrenia management.
- To emphasize the collaborative role of nurses in promoting LAI adoption.
- To outline strategies for supporting informed patient decisions regarding LAIs.
Main Methods:
- This study is a review of current practices and literature regarding LAI antipsychotics and nursing roles.
- It emphasizes a collaborative, trauma-informed approach to patient care.
- Key interventions include psychoeducation, addressing injection-related concerns, and regular patient assessment.
Main Results:
- LAIs are valuable tools for schizophrenia treatment but are not widely used.
- Nurses, in collaboration with other healthcare providers, can effectively promote LAI use.
- Addressing patient concerns and providing education are critical for successful LAI initiation and adherence.
Conclusions:
- Increased utilization of LAI antipsychotics can improve outcomes for patients with schizophrenia.
- Nurses are integral to a collaborative healthcare team that supports informed decision-making about LAIs.
- A proactive, educational, and supportive approach by nurses can overcome barriers to LAI therapy.
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