Examining the Effect of Individualized Insight Training on Activity Performance and Insight Level in Individuals with Schizophrenia: Pilot Study

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of Individualized Insight Training (IIT) on individuals with schizophrenia, on their level of insight, activity performance and satisfaction with the activities. Methods: The study was conducted with 6 individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia by a psychiatrist. IIT was applied to all individuals once a week for a total of 16 sessions. Sociodemographic Information Form, Canadian Activity Performance Measure (COPM) and Schedule for Assessing the Three Components of Insight (SAI) were applied to the individuals (3 women, 3 men) before and after the training. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test, one of the intergroup evaluation methods Results: As a result of IIT, there was no statistically significant difference in the insight level (p=.027), performance level in activities (p=.026; p=.027; p=.039) and satisfaction level with activities (p=.026; p=.027; p=.042) of individuals with schizophrenia. It was observed that there was a significant change. In addition, their insight levels, activity performance and satisfaction with the activities improved significantly with IIT. Conclusion: This research provides preliminary evidence that the development of insight in individuals with schizophrenia may increase the performance of individuals in daily living activities and the level of satisfaction with this performance. We also think that IIT may be one of the methods applicable for professionals in clinical practice. © 2024, J. Midwifery Health Sci. All rights reserved.