Abstract: Objective To observe the effect of Morita therapy on self-esteem level and life satisfaction in schizophrenic patients. Methods 140 schizophrenic patients received Morita therapy, and followed up for 1 year. Self- esteem Scale (SES), Life Satisfaction Index B (LSIB), and Personal and Social Performance scale (PSP) were evaluated. Results The scores of SES and LSIB significantly improved after treatment (P=0.000). 117 cases (83.57%) were in stable condition; 20 cases (14.29%) were in unstable condition with poor medication compliance; only 3 cases (2.14%) needed to be re-hospitalized due to relapse. The 117 cases were followed up for 1 year, and their SES and LSIB scores maintained at the level when discharge, in which 94 cases kept in well social function. Conclusion Morita therapy can improve the self-esteem and life satisfaction of schizophrenic patients, and maintain good social function.

Key words: schizophrenia, Morita therapy, self-esteem, life satisfaction