CAPSI - Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning

Awareness Session on Schizophrenia and a Psychological Camp

CAPSI UpdatesFebruary 27, 2025

Overview

This study explores the effectiveness of culturally adapted Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CaCBT) and Family Intervention (CulFI) for individuals with first-episode psychosis (FEP) in Pakistan. With a focus on low-resource settings, the trial aims to determine if these culturally adapted therapies improve outcomes over the standard treatment as usual (TAU).

Background

Psychosis is a significant cause of disability worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), where resources are limited. While Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Family Intervention (FI) are recommended globally for psychosis, there is little evidence supporting their use in LMICs. This study addresses the need for culturally adapted interventions for FEP, an early stage of psychosis, in Pakistan.