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Montaner-Ferrer MJ, Gadea M, Sanjuán J. Cognition and social functioning in first episode psychosis: A systematic review of longitudinal studies. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1055012. [PMID: 36950257 PMCID: PMC10025326 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1055012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023] Open
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Introduction This systematic review aimed to answer whether we can predict subsequent social functioning in first episode psychosis (FEP) by means of an initial cognitive examination. In order to do this, we gathered longitudinal studies which evaluated neurocognition and/or social cognition regarding their impact on long-term social functioning of FEP patients. Methods The MOOSE method was employed and 28 studies covering data from a total of 2572 patients with longitudinal trajectories from 2 months to 5 years were reviewed. Results In general, cognitive deficits impacted on the social functioning of the FEP patients across the time. The neurocognitive domains which most closely predicted social functioning were processing speed, sustained attention and working memory. An overall cognitive dysfunction, low IQ and the academic trajectory were also found predictive. Regarding social cognition, the findings were not unanimous. Discussion In addition of the impact of each variable, several of the articles found a complex relationship between social cognition, neurocognition, social functioning and negative symptoms, pointing social cognition as a modulator of neurocognition but being modulated as well by negative symptoms. The principal clinical implication of this review is that the initial assessment of FEP patients and their rehabilitation must take cognition into account.
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- Department of Psychobiology, Faculty of Psychology, Universitat de València, Valencia, Spain
- CIBERSAM-Mental Health, Madrid, Spain
- *Correspondence: Marien Gadea,
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- CIBERSAM-Mental Health, Madrid, Spain
- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de València, Valencia, Spain
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Kharawala S, Hastedt C, Podhorna J, Shukla H, Kappelhoff B, Harvey PD. The relationship between cognition and functioning in schizophrenia: A semi-systematic review. SCHIZOPHRENIA RESEARCH-COGNITION 2021; 27:100217. [PMID: 34631435 PMCID: PMC8488595 DOI: 10.1016/j.scog.2021.100217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2021] [Revised: 09/21/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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In schizophrenia, impairments in neurocognition (NC) and social cognition (SC) are associated with reduced functional capacity (FC) and poor real-world functioning (RWF). In this semi-systematic review, we examined this association across a range of research questions. We conducted a systematic search in Embase and MEDLINE from 2005 to 2019, and conducted additional pragmatic searches. After screening of titles, abstracts and full-texts, we included 564 citations, of which 44 (26 primary studies, 15 systematic reviews and 3 narrative reviews) were prioritized for reporting. Both NC and SC were significantly associated with functioning, with slightly stronger association for SC. Effect sizes were generally larger for FC than for RWF. NC showed stronger associations with occupational functioning and independent living, and SC with social functioning. Baseline cognition predicted long-term RWF up to 20 years of follow-up, though long-term data were limited for SC. Cognitive remediation improved RWF functioning, especially when it was combined with psychosocial rehabilitation. SC mediated the relationship of NC with functioning. Negative symptoms appeared to mediate and moderate the association of cognition with functioning. Other factors involved included severity of cognitive dysfunction, metacognition, depression and choice of RWF instrument. We discuss potential implications for studies of pharmacological cognitive interventions in schizophrenia – the relevance of both NC and SC, the advantage of adjunctive psychosocial rehabilitation, the role of relevant moderating and mediating variables, and the challenges with RWF instrument selection. Successful cognitive interventions could allow patients with schizophrenia to improve their potential for community functioning.
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- Saifuddin Kharawala
- Bridge Medical Consulting Ltd., 2 Marsault Court, 11 Kew Foot Road, Richmond TW9 2SS, United Kingdom
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- Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Binger Strasse 173, 55216 Ingelheim, Germany
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- Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Binger Strasse 173, 55216 Ingelheim, Germany
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- Bridge Medical Consulting Ltd., 2 Marsault Court, 11 Kew Foot Road, Richmond TW9 2SS, United Kingdom
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- Boehringer Ingelheim bv, De Boelelaan 32, 1083 HJ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, 1120 NW 14th Street, Suite 1450, Miami, FL, United States of America
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Firmin RL, Lysaker PH, Luther L, Yanos PT, Leonhardt B, Breier A, Vohs JL. Internalized stigma in adults with early phase versus prolonged psychosis. Early Interv Psychiatry 2019; 13:745-751. [PMID: 29602244 DOI: 10.1111/eip.12553] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2015] [Revised: 08/31/2017] [Accepted: 02/04/2018] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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AIM Although internalized stigma is associated with negative outcomes among those with prolonged psychosis, surprisingly little work has focused on when in the course of one's illness stigma is internalized and the impact of internalization on symptoms or social functioning over the course of the illness. Therefore, this study investigated whether (1) internalized stigma is greater among those later in the course of psychosis and (2) whether internalized stigma has a stronger negative relationship with social functioning or symptoms among those with prolonged compared to early phase psychosis. METHODS Individuals with early phase (n = 40) and prolonged psychosis (n = 71) who were receiving outpatient services at an early-intervention clinic and a VA medical center, respectively, completed self-report measures of internalized stigma and interview-rated measures of symptoms and social functioning. RESULTS Controlling for education, race and sex differences, internalized stigma was significantly greater among those with prolonged psychosis compared to early phase. Internalized stigma was negatively related to social functioning and positively related to symptoms in both groups. Furthermore, the magnitude of the relationship between cognitive symptoms and internalized stigma was significantly greater among those with early phase. Stereotype endorsement, discrimination experiences and social withdrawal also differentially related to symptoms and social functioning across the 2 samples. CONCLUSIONS Findings suggest that internalized stigma is an important variable to incorporate into models of early psychosis. Furthermore, internalized stigma may be a possible treatment target among those with early phase psychosis.
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- Ruth L Firmin
- Department of Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Psychology, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana.,Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.,Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Department of Psychology, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Department of Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York, New York City, New York
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- Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.,Prevention and Recovery Center for Early Psychosis, Midtown Community Mental Health Centers, Wishard Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.,Prevention and Recovery Center for Early Psychosis, Midtown Community Mental Health Centers, Wishard Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.,Prevention and Recovery Center for Early Psychosis, Midtown Community Mental Health Centers, Wishard Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana
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Chong CSY, Siu MW, Kwan CHS, Chang WC, Lee EHM, Chan SKW, Hui CLM, Tam FYK, Chen EYH, Lo WTL. Predictors of functioning in people suffering from first-episode psychosis 1 year into entering early intervention service in Hong Kong. Early Interv Psychiatry 2018; 12:828-838. [PMID: 27731949 DOI: 10.1111/eip.12374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2015] [Revised: 04/14/2016] [Accepted: 06/12/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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AIM To explore the changes of functioning in people suffering from first-episode psychosis throughout their first year into an early intervention service, and the baseline predictors of their functioning levels at baseline, 6 and 12 months METHOD: Consecutive subjects presenting to an early intervention service were recruited from 1 February 2013 to 31 May 2015. Information on their socio-demographic status was collected. Structured instruments were used to assess their premorbid functioning, duration of untreated psychosis, psychopathology and insight at baseline. Psychosocial functioning was assessed by Social Occupational Functioning Assessment Scale (SOFAS) and Role Functioning Scale at baseline, 6 and 12 months. RESULTS A total of 269 subjects were recruited. The mean baseline scores for SOFAS were 53.1 (standard deviation = 13.6) and 21.5 (standard deviation = 4.0), respectively. Positive and negative psychopathology, insight and mode of onset were significant factors associated with baseline functioning. Functioning by both instruments showed significant improvement after 6 months, and the gains were maintained at 12 months. For SOFAS, baseline insight (P = 0.008), education attainment (P = 0.016) and its own baseline score (P = 0.024) were predictive at 6 months, while for 12 months, only education attainment was predictive (P = 0.008). For Role Functioning Scale, its baseline score (P = 0.034) was predictive at 6 months, while at 12 months, only female gender predicted better role functioning. CONCLUSION Factors predictive of functioning levels at the three time points were different. Phase-specific intervention should be offered to enhance functional recovery of people with first-episode psychosis.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Kwai Chung Hospital, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Norman RMG, MacDougall A, Manchanda R, Harricharan R. An examination of components of recovery after five years of treatment in an early intervention program for psychosis. Schizophr Res 2018; 195:469-474. [PMID: 28888360 DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2017.08.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2017] [Revised: 08/24/2017] [Accepted: 08/28/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Recovery from psychotic disorders includes both symptomatic and functional components. Progress in understanding recovery requires careful replication and extension of findings using comparable measures. In the current paper, we present a study of five year recovery rates in an early intervention program in London, Canada with the same operational criteria as those used in a previous report from the OPUS cohort in Denmark. Our analysis extends the OPUS reports by including additional potential predictors of overall recovery, such as cognitive functioning, adherence to medication and early social support, and examining rates and predictors of individual components of recovery at five year follow-up. Consistent with reports from OPUS, we found younger age of onset and lower initial severity of negative symptoms to predict greater likelihood of overall recovery. Different patterns of predictors emerge when we examine individual components of recovery. Adherence to medication during the first year was the sole independent predictor of remission of positive symptoms, while early social adjustment and social support were more likely to predict negative symptom and functional aspects of recovery at five years. Cognitive functioning, as represented by IQ, did not predict any aspects of recovery. Our findings suggest the importance of examining the predictors of individual components in the quest to improve overall recovery.
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- Ross M G Norman
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada; Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada; Prevention and Early Intervention for Psychoses Program, London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario, Canada.
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada; Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada; Prevention and Early Intervention for Psychoses Program, London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada; Prevention and Early Intervention for Psychoses Program, London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada; Prevention and Early Intervention for Psychoses Program, London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario, Canada
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Watt S, Crowe SF. Examining the beneficial effect of neuropsychological assessment on adult patient outcomes: a systematic review. Clin Neuropsychol 2017; 32:368-390. [DOI: 10.1080/13854046.2017.1414885] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Stephanie Watt
- School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia
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- School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia
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