Integration of People with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders in Society: A Bibliographical Review

Authors

  • Rui Barranha Serviço de Psiquiatria, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João
  • Ana Isabel Samouco Departamento de Psiquiatria e Saúde Mental, Centro Hospitalar do Tâmega e Sousa, E.P.E
  • Orlando von Doellinger Departamento de Psiquiatria e Saúde Mental, Centro Hospitalar do Tâmega e Sousa, E.P.E

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25752/psi.21200

Keywords:

Esquizofrenia, Psiquiatria Comunitária, Reabilitação, Portugal, Perturbações do Espectro da Esquizofrenia e Outras Perturbações Psicóticas, Suporte Social, Condições Sociais

Abstract

Background: Schizophrenia spectrum disorders (SSD) are the most impairing psychiatric disorders and are a major cause of social exclusion.

Aims: The purpose of this work is to review the literature on social and family support, as well as rehabilitation interventions available for SSD patients, particularly regarding the Portuguese reality.

Methods: A literature research was conducted on PubMed of relevant articles regarding this subject.

Results and Conclusions: The published literature on this subject highlights the dependence of SSD  patients on their family’s support. Lack of labour market integration, economic dependence and difficulty establishing stable relationships further aggravate their social exclusion. There is evidence supporting the need for more investment in psychosocial rehabilitation.

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2023-12-30 — Updated on 2023-12-31

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Vol. 19 No. 1&2 (2021)

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