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Lateralized anomalous perceptual experiences in schizophrenia
Psychopathology
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Schizophrenia patients reported unusual perceptions in their left visual field, suggesting right hemisphere dysfunction. This aligns with findings in individuals with right-sided brain damage.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder.
- Anomalous perceptual experiences are common in schizophrenia.
- Visual field disturbances are not well-understood in this condition.