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ArticleSchizophrenia bulletin open2025

Motivational Interviewing in Patients with Acute Psychosis: A Feasibility Study.

Janani Panchalingam, Rahel Horisberger, Claudio Corda, Nicolas Kleisner, Julia Krasnoff, Achim Burrer, Tobias Spiller, Victoria Edkins, Erich Seifritz, Philipp Homan

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Janani PanchalingamDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8861-5969
Rahel HorisbergerDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6257-4737
Claudio CordaDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.
Nicolas KleisnerDepartment of Psychology, University of Zurich, 8050 Zurich, Switzerland.
Julia KrasnoffDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5330-0539
Achim BurrerDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2012-5655
Tobias SpillerDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0107-0743
Victoria EdkinsDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.
Erich SeifritzDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7311-4426
Philipp HomanDepartment of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich, University of Zurich, 8032 Zurich, Switzerland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9034-148X

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Abstract

Background and Hypothesis: Psychotic disorders are among the top causes of disability worldwide. Guidelines emphasize the need for psychotherapeutic approaches in the acute phase of this illness. Motivational interviewing (MI) is highly suitable for establishing a therapeutic alliance wherein the patient's intrinsic motivation can be strengthened to adhere to therapy. This pilot study investigated the feasibility and impact of MI for patients with acute psychosis. Study Design: A feasibility study was conducted, comparing MI and supportive counseling. The sample included 20 inpatients, who all received 4 therapy sessions. In line with CONSORT guidelines for pilot and feasibility studies, we measured various feasibility outcomes. Clinical outcomes were assessed using linear regression models, with baseline values used as covariates. Study Results: The recruitment target ( Conclusions: The study demonstrated the feasibility and acceptability of a clinical trial with MI for patients with psychosis in an inpatient setting. MI could offer benefits, particularly in terms of reducing psychotic symptoms.

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acute phaseadherencefeasibility studymotivational interviewingpsychosispsychotherapyschizophreniatherapeutic alliance

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PMCPMC11926673

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