A Window into Schizophrenia: Evaluating Social Dysfunction Using Real-World Audio Recordings

Investigating Social Functioning in Individuals with Schizophrenia and Healthy Controls

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18 years - 60 years
All
Phase N/A
1 Location

Brief description of study.

The purpose of this study is to measure social functioning in the everyday life of people with schizophrenia and healthy controls (people without schizophenia) .

Detailed description of study

Participants will be compensated for their participation.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Schizophrenia,Schizoaffective Disorder,Healthy
  • Age: 18 years - 60 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria
Schizophrenia Group:
Primary diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder
Must be able to speak English fluently
No documented intellectual disability

Healthy Control Group:
Cannot meet criteria for a current psychiatric disorder or have current or history of psychosis symptoms
Must be able to speak English fluently
No documented intellectual disability

This study investigates social functioning in everyday life for people with schizophrenia compared to healthy controls, who are individuals without schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, often leading to difficulties in distinguishing between what is real and imaginary.

Participants will undergo various procedures to assess their social functioning. These procedures will involve tasks and assessments designed to understand how participants interact and function socially in their daily lives.

  • Who can participate: Adults with a primary diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder who speak English fluently may participate. Healthy adults without a psychiatric disorder or history of psychosis who speak English fluently are eligible as controls.
  • Study details: Participants will take part in tasks and assessments to evaluate their social functioning. These tasks are designed to measure how they interact and manage social situations in their everyday life.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1812657825

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