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Effectiveness of systemic family therapy versus treatment as usual for young people after self-harm: a pragmatic, phase 3, multicentre, randomised controlled trial.

Author: BostonPaula, CollinsonMichelle, CottrellDavid J, EislerIvan, FarrinAmanda J, FortuneSarah, GrahamElizabeth H, GreenJonathon, HouseAllan O, KerfootMichael, LambertFiona, OwensDavid W, RothwellJustine, SalonikiEirini-Christina, SimicMima, TubeufSandy, Wright-HughesAlexandra

Clinical Trial, Phase IIIA Phase III trial is a trial that further rigorously verifies the efficacy and safety of a new drug or treatment, whose efficacy and safety have been confirmed in a Phase II trial, in a large number of patients, and evaluates whether it is superior to existing treatments.
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Multicenter StudyResearch conducted in collaboration with multiple research institutions. It aims to collect a wide range of data and obtain more generalizable results.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

A randomized controlled trial of family therapy for adolescents who had self-harmed at least twice found no significant benefit compared to treatment as usual in reducing subsequent hospital attendance for self-harm.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Self-harm in adolescents is common and repetition occurs in a high proportion of these cases. Scarce evidence exists for effectiveness of interventions to reduce self-harm. METHODS: This pragmatic, multicentre, randomised, controlled trial of family therapy versus treatment as usual was...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5835764/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Family Therapy: A Beacon of Hope for Adolescents After Self-Harm?

Self-harm is a concerning issue, particularly among adolescents. This pragmatic, multicentre, randomized controlled trial explored the effectiveness of systemic family therapy versus treatment as usual in reducing repeat self-harm among young people referred to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). The study involved 832 young people aged 11-17 years who had self-harmed at least twice. The results of the study, however, showed no significant difference in hospital attendance for repeated self-harm between the family therapy group and the treatment as usual group.

Family Therapy: A Promising but Uncertain Path for Adolescents with Self-Harm

The study's findings suggest that, while family therapy holds promise as an intervention for adolescents with self-harm, it did not demonstrate a statistically significant reduction in repeated self-harm compared to treatment as usual. This underscores the need for further research to identify effective interventions for this complex issue.

Navigating the Desert of Self-Harm: Seeking Effective Interventions

This research highlights the complexity of addressing self-harm in adolescents. It's like navigating a vast desert, where finding the right path requires ongoing exploration and innovation. The study's findings underscore the importance of continued research and exploring new and effective interventions for adolescents struggling with self-harm.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study provides valuable insights into the potential of family therapy for adolescents struggling with self-harm. While the results did not demonstrate a significant reduction in repeat self-harm, it's important to remember that the journey to recovery is often long and complex. Further research and exploration of alternative interventions are crucial to provide effective support for these young individuals.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-08-13
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

29449180

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5835764

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