COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA

Schizophrenia remains a leading cause of disability in mental disorders, accounting for approximately 40% of affected individuals. High disability rates highlight the limitations of secondary and tertiary preventive measures and indicate underutilization of psychotherapeutic interventions in clinical practice. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to complement pharmacotherapy by addressing persistent delusional beliefs, hallucinations, and maladaptive behavioral patterns, ultimately improving remission quality and social functioning. This study explores the application and effectiveness of CBT in hospitalized patients with schizophrenia.