April 16, 2010
CBT and recovery from psychosis in the ISREP Trial: Mediating effects of hope and positive beliefs on activity
Full Article Joanne Hodgekins and David Fowler Abstract Objective: Hope and positive self-concept have been highlighted as important components of recovery from psychosis. This study investigated the impact of a recovery-focused intervention on these dimensions, as well as their role as mediators of functional outcome. Methods: Seventy-seven participants in recovery from psychosis were recruited into a randomized controlled trial of social recovery–focused cognitive-behavioural therapy (SRCBT). The primary outcome was hours spent weekly in structured...
