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Apathy and functioning in first-episode psychosis.

Ann Faerden1, Svein Friis, Ingrid Agartz

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Ullevål University Hospital, Oslo, Norway. ann.farden@medisin.uio.no

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Apathy is common in first-episode psychosis (FEP) and impacts functioning. Early evaluation of apathy in FEP patients is crucial for effective treatment and improved outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Apathy is a significant symptom in psychosis.
  • Understanding apathy's role in first-episode psychosis (FEP) is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify patient characteristics associated with apathy in FEP.
  • To compare apathy levels in FEP patients versus healthy controls.
  • To determine the influence of apathy and other symptoms on functioning in FEP.

Main Methods:

  • 103 FEP patients and 62 healthy controls were assessed.
  • Apathy was measured using the Apathy Evaluation Scale (AES-C-Apathy).
  • Clinical symptoms and functioning were evaluated using the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) and Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) scale.

Main Results:

  • Over 50% of FEP patients exhibited clinical apathy, significantly more than controls.
  • Premorbid social functioning, social functioning change, and disorganized symptoms were associated with apathy.
  • Apathy and positive symptoms independently predicted functioning, with flat affect also contributing.

Conclusions:

  • Apathy is highly prevalent in FEP and significantly impairs functioning.
  • Early assessment of apathy in FEP is recommended for treatment planning.