Experiences of the family caregivers of persons with schizophrenia in north Indian region: A qualitative inquiry.

Introduction: Family caregivers with schizophrenia struggle with psychological, social, and other challenges due to stigma, lack of adequate information, and maladaptive coping strategies. We aimed to explore the experiences of caregivers of persons with schizophrenia (PwS) to comprehend the emotional challenges and other burdens and coping strategies utilized.

Methods: We subscribed to a phenomenological approach and interviewed nine caregivers in-depth.