There have been mixed findings over whether or not FAM-SOTC has long term effects on patients and families. Some studies have found that the positive effects of FAM-SOTC can last from three to eight months. However, other studies have demonstrated that FAM-SOTC failed to have an affect at the three month follow up. One potential reason for this is because schizophrenia is long lasting and incapacitating. Therefore, it may take more time to properly develop these skills.