Changes in Recovery and Quality of Life in Schizophrenia Patients
Author Information
Author(s): de Winter Lars, Jelsma Auke, Vermeulen Jentien M, van Weeghel Jaap, Hasson-Ohayon Ilanit, Mulder Cornelis L, Boonstra Nynke, Veling Wim, de Haan Lieuwe
Primary Institution: Phrenos Center of Expertise, Utrecht, the Netherlands
Hypothesis
How do personal recovery and subjective quality of life change over time in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders, particularly in relation to the duration of their illness?
Conclusion
Improvements in personal recovery and subjective quality of life for people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders are modest at best.
Supporting Evidence
- Overall personal recovery showed a small improvement with an effect size of d=0.34.
- Overall subjective quality of life also showed a small improvement with an effect size of d=0.34.
- Connectedness and meaning in life showed marginal improvements.
- No significant changes were found in hope and optimism or empowerment.
Takeaway
People with schizophrenia can get a little better over time, but the changes are usually small.
Methodology
The study included 46 studies that assessed changes in personal recovery and subjective quality of life over time, focusing on quantitative assessments.
Potential Biases
High risk of bias was noted in handling missing data and confounders in some studies.
Limitations
The meta-analysis was based on a limited number of studies and included different settings, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The mean age of participants was 37.1 years, with 37.9% being female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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