Jade Reilly
Occupational Therapist
The Challenge
Male with paranoid schizophrenia. Impulsive assaults, when feeling anxious/preoccupied by paranoid thoughts or beliefs. Self-neglect, occupational isolation and sensory deprivation. No engagement in OT treatment since 2014 avoids social engagement.
The Change
Daily interaction - predictable routine. Instant gratification tasks repeated to develop focus of attention for short periods to grade exposure to different situations/sensory stimuli. Acceptance of person. Collaboration with MDT for consistency.
The Impact
Engaged in 14 successful structured therapy sessions over 6months. Increased communication, self-esteem, motivation and awareness of others roles. Now topping his own pancakes, exploring his likes/dislikes and actively engaging in self care routine.
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