A brief questionnaire measure of multidimensional schizotypy predicts interview-rated symptoms and impairment.

ABSTRACT: The present study employed structured diagnostic interviews to assess the construct validity of the brief version of the Multidimensional Schizotypy Scale (MSS-B), which was developed to assess positive, negative, and disorganized dimensions of schizotypy. It was hypothesized that the MSS-B subscales would be associated with differential patterns of symptoms and impairment, comparable to findings for the full-length MSS. A total of 177 young adults completed structured diagnostic interviews assessing symptoms and impairment. As hypothesized, MSS-B positive schizotypy was significantly associated with interview ratings of positive (psychotic-like) symptoms, as well as schizotypal and paranoid personality disorder traits. MSS-B negative schizotypy was associated with interview ratings of neg

SUBMITTER: Kemp KC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7416934 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature