Objective:To explore the effect of role playing method in improving bad cognition and mood, and enhancing social contact and social adaptation ability in chronic schizophrenia. Methods:80 matching patients were randomly divided into the role playing group and control group (n=40 each). Role playing group accepted role playing training in five themes of interpersonal communication technology, problem solving technology, doctor-patient relationship processing technology, playing the role of disabled, family sculptures, through the role playing, role exchange, video, communication and other methods for 10 weeks. The SCL-90, SST and SSPI scales were used to assess the patients before and after the treatment. Results: At the end of the treatment, life skills, social function, depression symptoms and other respects in role playing group were improved more significantly than in control group. The role playing method exerted its effect in the first four weeks, and the effectiveness was continuously improved with time over. Conclusion:Role playing method is significantly effective in improving social and social adaptation ability of inpatients with chronic schizophrenia. |