Strategies to Reduce the Burden of Family Caregivers of Schizophrenia Patients

Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder characteristics by abnormal thoughts, patterns, cognitive impairments, and either a diminished or exaggerated expression of emotions. This disorder follows a chronic clinical course, with many many individuals experiencing symptoms over extended periods. Patients with schizophrenia often lack insight into their condition, leading to frequent relapses and multiple hospitalizations. mental disordrs Mental disorders, in general, impose a significant burden on caregivers; however, schizophrenia presents unique challenges. Beyond the decline in individual and social functioning of patients and the direct impact of symptoms on caregivers’ quality of life, the early onset and debilitating nature of schizophrenia further exacerbate the strain on family caregivers. This policy brief outlines strategies aimed to reducing the caregiving burden for for families of individuals with schizophrenia.