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Summary
The presence of a mood disorder can negatively impact family relationships. This study investigated a psychoeducational intervention for Veterans diagnosed with a mood disorder and their families. Results indicated that Veterans and family members who participated in the intervention had more knowledge and a better understanding of mood disorders as well as increased coping skills by the end of the study.
Citation
Sherman, M. D., Fischer, E. P., Owen, R. R., Lu, L., Han, X. (2015). Multifamily Group Treatment for Veterans With Mood Disorders: A Pilot Study. Couple and Family Psychology, 4, 136-149. doi:10.1037/cfp0000040