Psychoeducation

Written by: Martin Winkler

First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest revision: 05 Nov 2008.

Abstract:
What does Psychoeducation refer to?

Question:

What does Psychoeducation refer to?

Answer:

Psychoeducation could be explained as systematically used and structured forms of patient information, which are meant for informing the patient and/or the family members about the following things:

mental disorders
characteristic symptoms and early signs of warning
guidance for the introspection and appropriate perception of typical symptoms of the problem
understanding of the disorder (what caused the problem?)
how to act as a responsible person (what can I do?)
Preventing relapses (protection from renewed occurrence)

Psychoeducation can be offered in different forms:

lectures
psychoeducative groups
single consultation
counceling (brochures, books, videos, other media)

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