Longenecker J, Liu K, Chen EYH. Question structure impacts efficiency and performance in an interactive guessing game: implications for strategy engagement and executive functioning.
Psychiatry Res 2012;
200:1026-7. [PMID:
22784467 DOI:
10.1016/j.psychres.2012.06.022]
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Abstract
In an interactive guessing game, controls had higher performance and efficiency than patients with schizophrenia in correct trials. Patients' difficulties generating efficient questions suggest an increased taxation of working memory and an inability to engage an appropriate strategy, leading to impulsive behavior and reduced success.
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