Brain and behavior study of empathy in schizophrenia
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at brain signals and behavioral measures to understand empathy-related processes in people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. It may help researchers better understand what’s happening in the brain and how it relates to feelings and social understanding.
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Who can take part
- You must speak and understand French well
- You must be right-handed
- You have a diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder
- Your symptoms and treatment must be stable per your psychiatrist
- In the last month, your treatment should not have changed significantly (as judged by the doctor)
- You should not be currently hospitalized
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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