An Examination of How Well the Psychoeducation Model Works to Improve Family Preparedness in Preventing Relapse People with Mental Disorder

Purpose: Effective relapse prevention for individuals with severe mental disorders requires a deep understanding of psychosocial factors that influence family preparedness. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the psychoeducation model in enhancing family readiness by analyzing the impact of family support, motivation, coping mechanisms, and experience. Design/Methodology/Approach: A correlational study was conducted with 150 family caregivers of individuals with severe mental disorders from three primary healthcare centers in Kebumen Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. Participants were selected through proportional random sampling and completed validated questionnaires. Data were analyzed using validity, reliability, and normality tests, followed by hypothesis testing with T-tests and F-tests to determine the influence of each factor on relapse-prevention readiness. Findings: The results indicate that motivation significantly predicts readiness to prevent relapse (p = 0.000), highlighting its crucial role in supporting family preparedness. However, family support, coping mechanisms, and experience did not show significant effects on relapse prevention readiness (p > 0.05). The validity and reliability tests confirmed the effectiveness of the research instruments, and normality and homogeneity tests ensured data suitability for analysis. Research Implications: These findings emphasize the importance of motivation-focused psychoeducation programs to enhance family preparedness. Although family support, coping mechanisms, and experience did not exhibit significant effects, further studies are needed to explore their potential roles in relapse prevention. Originality/Value: This study provides empirical insights into the psychosocial determinants of family readiness in relapse prevention, advocating for motivation-centered psychoeducational interventions.