Early Intervention In Psychosis In Hospital Santa Ana AGS. A Transcultural Vision

Abstract

Introduction

The aim of this paper is to study the profile of Moroccan users to contextualize interventions and to identify if specific requirements are observed.

Methods

A descriptive statistical analysis of sociodemographic and clinical variables are performed to acknowledge the differences between Moroccan users (n = 6) compared to the group of Spanish users (n = 12).

Results

The following was found in the Moroccan users: the average age was 7 years higher. The percentage of Toxic abuse was slightly higher (83% vs 75%), although in comparison to the Spanish users the Moroccan users had double the percentage of patients treated in the Addictions center.

There were no significant differences in the duration of untreated psychosis (DUP) and in the duration of untreated illness (DUI). According to the referral, the Moroccan users were better detected in Primary care (50%/8%).

Regarding the PANSS negative symptoms predominated in Moroccan (45/20 percentile) and general psychopathology (65/35 percentile).

In the Social Functioning Scale (SFS), there are only differences in Autonomy Execution (T score = 104/T = 92).

The Family Questionnaire (FQ) shows that families reported greater frequency and discomfort of symptoms and the user as less capable of controlling themselves. Finally, the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) offers an average of nearly 15 points lower.

Discussion

The training area stands out as a handicap in the rehabilitation process. Clinically negative symptoms and general discomfort are factors that limit the overall functioning. More specific interventions are also required for the families of these users.

Disclosure of interest

The authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.