The parents of a young man with schizophrenia describe themselves as being "completely burnt out" from the intense caregiving that they must provide for their son
They have asked the nurse if it would be beneficial for him to participate in social skills training with the goal of fostering independent living in the future. Which of the following statements about social skills training should underlie the nurse's response to the parents?
A) Social skills training is most effective when provided by a peer who also has a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
B) Skills training provides respite for caregivers but rarely results in a significantly improved skill set for the client.
C) Medication, rather than education or training, is the main contributor to independent living skills.
D) Social skills training has the potential to provide the client with improved living skills.
Ans: D
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Clear empirical evidence supports social skills training for people with schizophrenia.
Social skills training consistently results in improved social adjustment, independent living skills, cognitive measures, social competence, and skill acquisition. Such training is not normally provided by a peer.
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