6. Conclusions
first-episode psychosis, psychosis
A brief psychoeducation program may not reduce the burden and mental-health outcome of caregivers of individuals who have a resent onset of first-episode psychosis. Caregivers experience serious challenges while providing care, and mental-health professionals should ensure that they receive adequate support that meets their needs. In such a situation, a brief family intervention may not be adequate to support their needs in this critical period. The preliminary evidence indicating that a mindfulness-based intervention can modify expressed emotions, especially over-involvement, is encouraging. Further studies should explore how psychoeducation programs can reduce the impact of psychosis on the family with sustainable effects in reducing their burden and expressed emotions using a rigorous study design and adequate sample size.