Which of the following is a primary benefit of family psychoeducation in relapse prevention?

• A. Delays crisis planning
• B. Decreases support
• C. Increases relapse risk
• D. Improves medication adherence

Answer: (D)

A primary benefit of family psychoeducation in relapse prevention is improving medication adherence. When families are educated about schizophrenia, the purpose of antipsychotic meds, potential side effects, and strategies to support consistent taking of medications, they can help establish routines, provide reminders, and monitor whether doses are missed. This ongoing support and coordination with clinicians helps maintain steady medication use, which lowers the likelihood of symptom recurrence and relapse.

Delaying crisis planning undermines safety and timely intervention, reducing preparedness for emerging signs. Decreasing support contradicts the goal of family involvement, which is to bolster the patient’s system of care. Increasing relapse risk is exactly what relapse prevention aims to prevent, so that option doesn’t fit.