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CBT & Psychosis – Cognitive–behavioural therapy and family intervention for relapse prevention and symptom reduction in psychosis: randomised controlled trial

Cognitive–behavioural therapy and family intervention for relapse prevention and symptom reduction in psychosis: randomised controlled trial, The British Journal of Psychiatry, Jun 2008; 192: 412 – 423.
Abstract:
Background
Family intervention reduces relapse rates in psychosis. Cognitive–behavioural therapy (CBT) improves positive symptoms but effects on relapse rates are not established.
Aims
To test the effectiveness of [...]

Self-Injury – Harm minimisation after repeated self-harm: development of a trust handbook

Harm minimisation after repeated self-harm: development of a trust handbook, Psychiatric Bulletin,  Feb 2008; 32: 60 – 63.
Abstract:
Repeated self-harm without suicidal intent occurs in approximately 2% of adults (Meltzer et al, 2002). Service users report that professionals can respond to self-harm with unhelpful attitudes and ineffective care. Although evidence for effective treatments is poor [...]