Psychosocial therapy program (module) for parents of children and adolescents with schizophrenic spectrum disorders

Abstract

In the article are considered for the program (module) of psychosocial group therapy for parents of children and adolescents with schizophrenic spectrum disorders. The program has as its aim active involvement of parents in the therapeutic process (taking into account their psychosocial needs) by means of creating adequate attitude towards child’s mental disorder and reducing family burden. Goals, objectives and principles of psychosocial group therapy for parents aimed at overcoming negative consequences of a child having mental disorders are discussed. The article outlines in details methodological approaches to conducting interventions, emphasizes their focus on specific problems related to child’s illness, provides a careful and step-by-step guide to organizing and carrying out therapy sessions, that are closely linked to each other at all stages in terms of themes and substance.