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Table 1 Eligibility criteria

From: Study on psychoeducation enhancing results of adherence in patients with schizophrenia (SPERA-S): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Inclusion criteria

Diagnosis of psychosis in the spectrum of schizophrenia (ICD-10: F20 to F29)

Contact with the unit for at least 24 months

Admitting ages varying from 18 to 55 years

Exclusion criteria

Mental retardation, or any severe cognitive impairment

Psychosis due to substance abuse or to a medical condition

Co-morbid substance dependence

Patient does not understand Italian

Pharmacotherapy with depot

 

Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent