Understanding social processing and perception in schizophrenia
Neurophysiology of social processing and underlying perceptual deficits in schizophrenia
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER · NIH-11056012
This study is looking at how people with schizophrenia interact socially and understand social cues by watching funny clips from 'The Office,' while also using brain scans to see how their brains work differently during these interactions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11056012 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how individuals with schizophrenia experience social interactions and the perceptual deficits that may accompany these challenges. By using episodes from the comedy show 'The Office', the study aims to analyze how patients respond to various social cues and language processing in a naturalistic setting. The researchers will employ advanced neuroimaging techniques to observe brain activity and identify differences in social brain networks among patients. This approach seeks to uncover the underlying mechanisms that contribute to social processing difficulties in schizophrenia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia who experience challenges in social interactions.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of schizophrenia or those who do not exhibit social processing deficits may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment strategies for social processing deficits in patients with schizophrenia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using neuroimaging to understand social processing in mental health conditions, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER — ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PRZYSINDA, EMILY JOYCE DOYLE — UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
- Study coordinator: PRZYSINDA, EMILY JOYCE DOYLE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.