Psychoeducational Interventions for People Diagnosed with Schizophrenia: Findings from the systematic review

This systematic review examines the effectiveness of the psycho-educational interventions (PEIs) targeted at people diagnosed with schizophrenia (PDwS) on improving knowledge level of schizophrenia and health related outcomes. PEIs for PDwS and their primary caregivers (PCs) show, to some extent, a positive result; however, the majority of studies have significant methodological limitations. The methods described by Centre for Reviews and Dissemination were used to guide this review. Two reviewers were involved in screening articles for inclusion and in the data extraction process. Data were synthesized using the constant comparative method of analysis. Out of the 2507 records identified, 29 papers were considered for full review. The PEIs showed consistently improvement in the knowledge level of schizophrenia among participants for various follow-up intervals. PEIs for this PDwS should be integrated with standard care in the psychiatric clinics.