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Schizophrenic individuals' cognitive functioning and performance in interpersonal interactions and skills training
L Bowen1, C J Wallace, S M Glynn
1UCLA Clinical Research Center for Schizophrenia and Psychiatric Rehabilitation.
Journal of Psychiatric Research
|May 1, 1994
Summary
Cognitive deficits in schizophrenia significantly impact social skills. Impaired vigilance and memory affect interpersonal interactions and skills training effectiveness in individuals with schizophrenia.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive psychology
- Clinical psychology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Schizophrenia is characterized by cognitive impairments.
- These deficits may affect social functioning and treatment outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between cognitive functioning and social skills in schizophrenia.
- To assess how cognitive deficits influence performance in interpersonal interactions and skills training.
Main Methods:
- Thirty individuals with schizophrenia and 15 controls completed cognitive tests (Continuous Performance Test, Span of Apprehension Test, Digit Span Distractibility Test).
- Participants also underwent assessments of interpersonal problem-solving skills and skills training tasks.
Main Results:
- Vigilance (Continuous Performance Test) correlated with performance in role-played interactions and skills training.
- Recall memory (Digit Span Distractibility Test) correlated with skills training performance, independent of vigilance.
Conclusions:
- Cognitive dysfunctions in schizophrenia are linked to poorer social functioning.
- Impaired cognitive abilities reduce the effectiveness of social skills training in individuals with schizophrenia.