The link between formal thought disorder and social functioning in schizophrenia: A meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Formal thought disorder (FTD) and social functioning impairments are core symptoms of schizophrenia. Although both have been observed for over a century, the strength of the relationship between FTD and social functioning remains unclear. Furthermore, a variety of methodological approaches have been used to assess these constructs-which may contribute to inconsistency in reported associations. This meta-analysis aimed to: (a) systematically test the relationship between FTD and social functioning and (b) determine if the methodology used to assess FTD and/or social functioning moderates this relationship.

Methods

Following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, a targeted literature search was conducted on studies e

SUBMITTER: Marggraf MP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7355127 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature