1.Recovery in schizophrenia: Perspectives from psychiatrists in the Philippines.
Michael P. Sionzon ; Chelseah Denise H. Torres ; Carl Abelardo T. Antonio ; Carlo Eugenio V. Banaag ; Ma. Lourdes Rosanna E. de Guzman ; Monina Garduñ ; o-Cruz ; Mariano S. Hembra ; Benita Sta. Ana-Ponio ; Edgardo Juan L. Tolentino, Jr. ; Jessa Joy C. Malipot ; Dorothy Jean N. Ortega ; Ma. Sophia Graciela L. Reyes ; Angelica Beth T. Sia ; Charlene J. Tinaja ; Patrick Joseph Aldea ; Erwin G. Benedicto
Journal of the Philippine Medical Association 2019;97(2):52-60
BACKGROUND:
A reliable and socially validated definition of recovery in schizophrenia is essential to decrease
stigma associated with the illness. This study aimed to define recovery in schizophrenia in the Philippine context,
determine its specific elements, and describe methods of assessment in clinical practice.
METHODS:
We invited a group of purposively selected Filipino psychiatrists to participate in six simultaneous
roundtable discussions to gather their opinions and perspectives on recovery in schizophrenia. Transcripts of the
discussions were then subjected to framework analysis.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION
Most Filipino psychiatrists were of the considered opinion that recovery in schizophrenia
is possible, and their vision of a recovered patient resembles a combination of psychological and medical models.
The mini-FROGS tool was deemed generally applicable in the Philippine setting except for self-esteem and sense of
independence primarily because it is difficult to evaluate. The SWN was received with mixed reactions among the
psychiatrists. Spirituality as an element of recovery and the family-oriented culture of the Filipinos were emphasized as important considerations in assessing patients. Other suggestions were given to tailor-fit these tools to
the Philippine context.
Schizophrenia
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Philippines
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