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A system approach to reducing relapse in schizophrenia

L I Stein1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison 53792.

The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry
|March 1, 1993
PubMed
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Community-based care for schizophrenia improves patient independence and reduces hospitalizations. This integrated system ensures continuous support for stable community adjustment.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Community Mental Health
  • Healthcare Systems

Background:

  • Schizophrenia treatment requires understanding the disorder.
  • Continuous community-based care is essential for patient adjustment.
  • Existing models often lack comprehensive support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a conceptual framework for schizophrenia treatment.
  • To outline principles for effective community-based care.
  • To discuss an integrated system of care for schizophrenia patients.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the Dane County, Wisconsin integrated mental health system.
  • Review of principles guiding community-based care.
  • Examination of program cooperation and funding allocation.

Main Results:

  • The Dane County model demonstrates success in patient independence and productivity.
  • Fewer hospitalizations are observed in patients within this system.
  • Majority funding for community services enables comprehensive programs.

Conclusions:

  • Integrated, community-based care is a successful model for schizophrenia treatment.
  • Continuous, comprehensive care facilitates stable community adjustment.
  • This approach leads to improved quality of life for patients.

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