Psychoeducation Programs for Caregivers

People who suffer from schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and other chronic or degenerative diseases require support and treatment. Of course, it’s not just the patient who needs help. Those closest to them need assistance as well. One of the best treatments available, not only for the patient but also for the other people in their lives who act as their caregivers, is psychoeducation (PE). Why is this treatment necessary? It’s because much of the burden of caring for the patient falls on their family. In many cases, there may only be a single caregiver. Some studies indicate that up…