Publications by authors named "Missy Rufo"
Psychiatr Rehabil J
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- The text emphasizes the significance of incorporating lived experiences of individuals on antipsychotic medications to enhance their agency in treatment decisions, particularly for those diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI).
- It examines a first-person account of starting antipsychotic treatment and analyzes data from the CommonGround database, identifying prevalent concerns such as perceived ineffectiveness and side effects of the medications.
- The authors urge psychiatric rehabilitation practitioners to help patients articulate their concerns and develop skills for participating in discussions about their treatment options, fostering a collaborative approach to medication management.
