Understanding how emotions and motivation affect cognition in schizophrenia
Influence of Emotion and Motivation on Behaviour and Neural Activity in Patients With Psychosis
This study is trying to see how feelings and motivation problems affect thinking in people with schizophrenia to find better ways to help them.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Strasbourg, France Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Strasbourg) |
| Trial ID | NCT02853019 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the roles of emotional and motivational disorders, specifically anhedonia and avolition, in patients with schizophrenia. It aims to explore the cognitive and neuronal mechanisms underlying these disorders and how they influence cognitive functions. The methodology includes the use of electroencephalograms, cognitive tasks, and subjective evaluation scales to gather data on the participants' experiences and responses. By gaining insights into these mechanisms, the study seeks to improve understanding and treatment of schizophrenia symptoms.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia according to the DSM criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with addiction issues, significant visual sensory problems, or a neurological history may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for emotional and motivational symptoms in schizophrenia.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, previous research has indicated the importance of understanding emotional and motivational factors in schizophrenia, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders criteria for schizophrenia Exclusion Criteria: * addiction problem * invalidating visual sensory problems * neurological history * for the healthy volunteers: psychiatric history
Where this trial is running
Strasbourg
- Unité INSERM 1114 — Strasbourg, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Anne GIERSCH
- Email: giersch@unistra.fr
- Phone: 03 88 11 64 71
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.