Cognitive strengths in first episode psychosis: a thematic analysis of clinicians' perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cognitive deficits are associated with poor functional outcomes in individuals recovering from a first episode of psychosis (FEP). Existing treatments that target cognitive deficits in FEP may enhance cognitive function, but improvements to real-world functioning are less consistent. Furthermore, these treatments may not adequately address the personal recovery goals of young people attending FEP services. A novel cognitive strengths-based approach may overcome these shortcomings.

Methods

This qualitative study used semi-structured interviews to explore clinicians' (N = 12) perspectives toward the potential development of a cognitive strengths-based assessment or treatment in FEP. The interviews were analysed using thematic analysis.

Results

Five higher-ord

SUBMITTER: Steele P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8653580 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature