THE EFFECT OF PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS ON THE SYMPTOMS OF SCHIZOPHRENIA: A META-ANALYSIS STUDY

Background: Schizophrenia is a significant mental disorder that adversely affects the quality of life of individuals. In schizophrenia, numerous psychotherapeutic interventions can alleviate symptoms. Aims: : The aim of this study is to reveal the effectiveness of psychotherapeutic interventions applied to individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia on the symptoms of the disease. Material: and Methods: For this study, data were obtained by searching Web of Science, PubMed, Google Scholar, EBSCOhost, Google Scholar, and YÖK Thesis Center databases between December 2023 and January 2024. Results: and Discussion: After all reviews were completed, 6 studies were included in the study. In this meta-analysis, it was found that psychotherapeutic interventions applied to individuals with schizophrenia had a significant effect on the symptoms of the disease and provided significant improvements (SMD: 1.483, 95% CI: 0.346 to 2.620; Z=2.557; p<.05). Conclusion: Nurses can play an effective role in reducing the symptoms of individuals with schizophrenia and contribute to their recovery.