Abstract
Aim: To date, most cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) trials for individuals with at-risk metal state (ARMS) have been conducted in few Western countries and its feasibility in other regions, including Japan, has not been established. Methods: We designed an open-label pilot study. Fourteen ARMS participants received CBT over 6 months and were followed-up for 6 months. Results: Thirteen individuals completed the CBT intervention and assessments. The mean total score on the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale improved from 60.2 to 46.0 after the intervention (Cohen's d = 1.1). The effects were maintained at the follow-up assessment. One participant transitioned to psychosis after the CBT intervention, and was the only patient who received antipsychotics. Conclusions: We confirmed the feasibility of the provision of CBT for ARMS in Japan. Since overprescription of antipsychotics is a matter of great concern in Japan, CBT could be a valuable alternative treatment strategy.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 137-141 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Early Intervention in Psychiatry |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2019/02 |
Keywords
- at-risk mental state
- cognitive behavioural therapy
- early intervention
- psychological treatment
- psychosis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Psychiatric Mental Health
- Psychiatry and Mental health
- Biological Psychiatry