Disorganized symptoms and executive functioning predict impaired social functioning in subjects at risk for psychosis

J Neuropsychiatry Clin Neurosci. 2011 Fall;23(4):457-60. doi: 10.1176/jnp.23.4.jnp457.

Abstract

Predictors of social functioning deficits were assessed in 22 individuals "at risk" for psychosis. Disorganized symptoms and executive functioning predicted social functioning at follow-up. Early intervention efforts that focus on social and cognitive skills are indicated in this vulnerable population.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anomie*
  • Cognition Disorders / diagnosis
  • Cognition Disorders / etiology*
  • Executive Function / physiology*
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neuropsychological Tests
  • Predictive Value of Tests
  • Psychiatric Status Rating Scales
  • Psychotic Disorders / complications*
  • Psychotic Disorders / psychology*
  • Regression Analysis
  • Social Adjustment*
  • Young Adult