Experiencias con un grupo de apoyo para depresión y trastorno bipolar
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Revista de Psicologia
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Luego de seis años de experiencia en la organización, conformación y coordinación de un grupo de apoyo para pacientes y familiares con trastorno bipolar, se presenta un análisis y revisión de la metodología que fue aplicada, así como algunas lecciones aprendidas de la experiencia de trabajo directo con un apreciable número de pacientes con trastornos afectivos. Se concluye que mediante solamente observación y seguimiento personalizado de los casos, la participación de los pacientes y familiares en el grupo de apoyo ayudó a reducir las recaídas, favorecer el cumplimiento de la medicación y mejorar su calidad de vida.
After six years of experience in the organization, formation and coordination of a support group for patients and families with bipolar disorder, we present an analysis and review of the methodology applied, together with lessons learned from the experience of working directly with an appreciable number of patients with affective disorders. We conclude that even with only a personalized observation and follow up of the cases, there is a beneficial effect for patients and families, reducing relapses, enhancing compliance with treatment and an overall improvement of their quality of life.
After six years of experience in the organization, formation and coordination of a support group for patients and families with bipolar disorder, we present an analysis and review of the methodology applied, together with lessons learned from the experience of working directly with an appreciable number of patients with affective disorders. We conclude that even with only a personalized observation and follow up of the cases, there is a beneficial effect for patients and families, reducing relapses, enhancing compliance with treatment and an overall improvement of their quality of life.
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