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This study aims to understand the preferences of various stakeholders regarding family involvement in early psychosis care.

April 12, 2026PLOS mental health.Open Access

Exploring the preferences of multiple stakeholder groups for family involvement in early intervention services for psychosis: A cross-sectional mixed-methods study

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Mixed-methods study explores stakeholder preferences for family involvement in early psychosis, highlighting the need for communication.

This study aims to understand the preferences of various stakeholders regarding family involvement in early psychosis care.
Conducted at an early intervention service in Montreal using a cross-sectional mixed-methods design.
Nine stakeholders (patients, families, clinicians) participated in a workshop employing nominal group technique.
Thematic analysis identified key themes regarding family involvement, followed by e-survey ranking of recommendations.
Stakeholders agreed on the importance of family involvement during crises and the necessity of guidelines for such involvement.
Consensus on continued communication between families and treatment teams throughout care, with varied preferences on methods and frequency of contact.
All stakeholders recognized the need for respecting consent and confidentiality while encouraging family involvement.

Martin et al. (2026) studied this question.

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