Results: The groups were homogeneous in demographic variables, SANS and SAPS scores at baseline. The
occupational therapy group showed significant improvement in the total score for the SANS and SAPS at
6 months (P < 0.001), but the control group did not show any significant improvement.
Conclusion: The results of this study indicated that occupational therapy combined with medications can
improve the symptoms of schizophrenia.
Key words: chronic schizophrenia, negative symptoms, occupational therapy, positive symptoms.