Spontaneous mentalizing in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Spontaneous mentalizing refers to the capacity to attribute mental states to oneself and others without explicit prompts or conscious deliberation. This process enables individuals to comprehend and anticipate social behaviors in a more intuitive manner. Individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia frequently demonstrate deficits in this domain, which contribute to impaired social functioning. The present meta-analysis aims to assess the extent of spontaneous mentalizing impairments in schizophrenia.

Methods

A comprehensive search was conducted in four prominent databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, CENTRAL, and Web of Science. Following the review of the retrieved records and subsequent citation searching, a total of 15 studies were selected for inclusion in the quantitative s

SUBMITTER: Hajnal A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12315645 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature