Section 1 Highlights: Schizophrenia is Often Misunderstood
• Bottom line: Recovery happens! What do we need to know? • • • •
Starting point is dignity/respect/choice for the person experiencing psychosis Interventions informed by CBT-p and Recovery can help You can make a difference! The best approach is to work as a TEAM!
Team model
CBTp Therapy CBtp Low intensity REP
CBTp Person
Informed Group
Vulnerabilties/Strengths Symptoms/distress Medications Lower distress; enable coping to emerge
Resilience/coping
Peer Support
Other Supports
Offers presence and personal recovery story
Family/Significant other, Community and Social Support
As a new learner: • Be kind to yourself - welcome uncertainty! • Check with your trainers, supervisors, and peers often for feedback and support
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