The second phase lasts from the second session to the fourth and final one. It is the longer and more extensive of the two phases. In this phase, patients and family members are more thoroughly educated on schizophrenia and how to best manage it, work on developing a more positive mindset and coping strategies, and  learn how to best support one another.  They are also given the opportunity to express and listen to each other's feelings and recognize that they are all valid. During the final session, they are also instructed to look into the future and create goals. 

FAM-SOTC Phase 2: Intervention 

The first phase of this intervention involves the therapist taking the time to get to know the family, their situation, and their concerns. The family also begins to reflect on how schizophrenia has impacted their family and relationships. It is the shorter of the two phases and typically is completed after the first session. 

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Phases of Family Strengths-Oriented Therapeutic Conversation (FAM-SOTC)

Hsiao, C. -Y., et al. (2022). Effectiveness of a brief family strengths-oriented therapeutic conversation intervention for patients with schizophrenia and their caregivers. Journal of Nursing Scholarship. https://doi.org/10.1111/jnu.12741

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