Using Illusions to Improve Social Skills in Psychosis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether visual illusions can help people with schizophrenia or related conditions improve their ability to understand and interact with others socially. You would participate in group activities designed to boost these social skills.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old
- You speak French fluently and can follow conversations and complete tasks in French
- You have a diagnosis of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder, or brief psychotic disorder
- You experience difficulty with social interaction—such as trouble understanding what others mean, withdrawing from people, or behaving in socially awkward ways
- You are not currently in a severe crisis (like extreme agitation or severe behavioral disturbance) that would prevent you from attending group sessions
- You have not started or significantly changed psychiatric medications within the past month
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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