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Self-control in Schizophrenia

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 October 2014

Olga Elizabeth Piatkowska  and
Douglas Farnill
Olga Elizabeth Piatkowska
Affiliation:
Northern Sydney Area Health Service
Douglas Farnill*
Affiliation:
University of Sydney
*
Department Behavioural Sciences in Medicine, University of Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia
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Abstract

This paper reviews studies of the application of self-control procedures to the symptoms of schizophrenia. The authors argue that, while there are few well-controlled studies on their effectiveness, there are many cognitive-behavioural techniques which show promise for assisting clients to develop greater mastery over a number of symptoms. Surveys also show that many persons with schizophrenia spontaneously use their own methods to gain some control over their symptoms. While much further research is needed in this area, clinicians need to empower clients with schizophrenia to explore and enhance their self-control skills.

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Behaviour Change , Volume 10 , Issue 2 , June 1993 , pp. 53 - 62
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Copyright © The Author(s) 1993

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