Association between psychological distress and schizotypy in adults: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Schizotypy refers to a personality type characterized by behavioral and cognitive abnormalities similar in nature but less severe than those of schizophrenia. Schizotypy often progresses to schizophrenia, so identifying risk factors may facilitate early schizophrenia diagnosis and improve treatment. Psychological distress may be associated with schizotypy, highlighting its importance. However, the link between psychological distress and schizotypy remains unclear.

Methods

This cross-sectional study examined the relationship between schizotypy and psychological distress in a Japanese adult population using internet-based questionnaires. Schizotypy was assessed using the Schizotypal Personality Questionnaire-Brief and psychological distress was measured using the Ke

SUBMITTER: Uchida H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11772104 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature