Evaluation of the impact of a self-stigma reduction programme on psychosocial outcomes among people with schizophrenia spectrum disorder

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a self-stigma reduction programme on self-stigma.

Design/methodology/approach

A randomized controlled trial was conducted from November 2017 to December 2018 with 278 people diagnosed with schizophrenia (PDwS). Participants were randomly assigned to receive a self-stigma reduction programme (psychoeducation, cognitive behavioural therapy and social skills training) or treatment as usual.

Findings

PDwS in the intervention group experienced a greater reduction in the level of self-stigma (20.19 vs −0.62; p < 0.001) at post-intervention and (37.35 vs −0.66; p < 0.001) at six-month follow-up.

Originality/value

The first RCT examines the problem and implements intervention in middle east country. Also, the authors have conducted high-quality RCT.

Citation

Hasan, A., Alsharawneh, A. and Alasamee, N. (2023), "Evaluation of the impact of a self-stigma reduction programme on psychosocial outcomes among people with schizophrenia spectrum disorder", Mental Health and Social Inclusion, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-12-2020-0083