An Integrative Literature Review of Quality of Life Intervention Programs for Patients with Schizophrenia.

Kim,  Go Un; Jung,  Eun Young

doi:2018.27.1.28

J Korean Acad Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs > Volume 27(1); 2018 > Article

Original Article

Journal of Korean Academy of psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 2018;27(1):28-39.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12934/jkpmhn.2018.27.1.28 Published online April 9, 2018.

An Integrative Literature Review of Quality of Life Intervention Programs for Patients with Schizophrenia.

Go Un Kim, Eun Young Jung

Graduate School, College of Nursing, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea. eunyoung1708@gmail.com

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purposes of this study are to review the literature on quality of life intervention programs and to recommend further research and clinical considerations to improve the quality of life among patients with schizophrenia. METHODS: Three electronic databases - PubMed, CHINAHL and RISS - were searched using the search terms of “schizophrenia” AND “quality of life” AND “intervention*” OR “program*.” The search was limited to studies published in English and Korean. RESULTS: Ten studies were selected for the final analysis and evaluated in terms of contextual and methodological quality. The 10 studies consisted of 5 randomized controlled trials, 4 quasi-experimental studies, and 1 case report. The selected studies utilized an educational program, art and music therapy, physical activity therapy, and community-based integrated programs to alleviate psychological symptoms and showed effectiveness in improving quality of life. CONCLUSION: Interdisciplinary interventions and programs using multiple components reduced psychological symptoms and improved the quality of life of patients with schizophrenia.

Key Words: Schizophrenia; Quality of life; Literature review