Effects of a psychoeducation program on disease burden, depression, and anxiety levels in relatives of psychotic patients in a community mental health center.

Abstract

This study evaluates the effect of a 10-week psychoeducation program (PP) on disease burden, depression, and anxiety levels in relatives of psychotic patients. The participants were 43 relatives of patients attending a community mental health center. The Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale (ZCBS), Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) were used to collect psychometric data. Administering the PP to caregivers significantly reduced their ZCBS, BAI, and BDI scores. We recommend integrating the PP into treatment and rehabilitation programs within the scope of psychiatric-care services.