T. Cowan, C. Millar, K. O'Donovan, D. Chibani, G. Reeves, S. Redman, J. Fitzgerald, S. Jay, J. Schiffman, P. Rakhshan Rouhakhtar
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Abstract
Aim
Many trials have demonstrated the efficacy of specific therapy modalities for individuals with attenuated psychosis symptoms (APS). Less is known regarding mechanisms behind positive outcomes, including the role of nonspecific therapeutic factors. This study explored working alliance (WA) in a clinic serving individuals with APS to see how WA changed across the course of treatment and its relation to APS.
Methods
Session level APS and WA data was available for 12 individuals of diverse racial and gender identity, (M = 48 sessions each). Multilevel models with random intercepts tested change in WA and APS over time, and cross-sectional and prospective relations.
Results
WA increased and APS decreased over time. Cross sectionally, WA and APS were inversely related. Prospective relations were non-significant.
Conclusion
When symptoms increase, therapists for individuals with APS should be attentive to potential disruptions in WA, though strong WA may be a cross-sectional protective factor.
期刊介绍:
Early Intervention in Psychiatry publishes original research articles and reviews dealing with the early recognition, diagnosis and treatment across the full range of mental and substance use disorders, as well as the underlying epidemiological, biological, psychological and social mechanisms that influence the onset and early course of these disorders. The journal provides comprehensive coverage of early intervention for the full range of psychiatric disorders and mental health problems, including schizophrenia and other psychoses, mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, eating disorders and personality disorders. Papers in any of the following fields are considered: diagnostic issues, psychopathology, clinical epidemiology, biological mechanisms, treatments and other forms of intervention, clinical trials, health services and economic research and mental health policy. Special features are also published, including hypotheses, controversies and snapshots of innovative service models.