정신질환자를 위한 보건소 중심의 정신사회재활 프로그램 개발 및 효과분석

Abstract

Comprehensive psychosocial rehabilitation program for mentally ill persons have resulted in reduced rates of relapse and rehospitalization. Unlike medication, however, they have not been widely adopted by the general systems of mental health care. This study developed the psychosocial rehabilitation program of severely mentally ill patient based upon the result of survey about the perception´ and needs for mental health of mentally ill persons and their families. The psychosocial rehabilitation program emphasized communication skills, daily living skills, and social relatedness. The program was made group therapy, social skill training, and group activity. This program was effective for improving daily living skills to severely mentally ill patients. Also the program has been validated as effective in improving symptomatic course and outcome of mentally ill persons.