Interpretation on European Psychiatric Association guidance on assessment of cognitive impairment in schizophrenia
10.3760/cma.j.cn113661-20240718-00242
- VernacularTitle:欧洲精神病学协会《精神分裂症认知功能损害评估指引》解读
- Author:
Chuan SHI
1
;
Zhening LIU
;
Xin YU
;
Hong DENG
;
Sha LIU
;
Dengtang LIU
;
Tianhong ZHANG
;
Zheng LU
;
Xiaobai LI
;
Chengcheng PU
Author Information
1. 北京大学第六医院 北京大学精神卫生研究所 国家卫生健康委员会精神卫生学重点实验室（北京大学）国家精神心理疾病临床医学研究中心（北京大学第六医院），北京100191
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Schizophrenia;
Cognitive impairment;
Assessment;
European Psychiatric Association;
Guidance interpretation
- From:
Chinese Journal of Psychiatry
2024;57(12):783-788
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Cognitive impairment in schizophrenia emerges early and persists, is a core symptom that severely affects social functioning. In 2022, the European Psychiatric Association published the " European Psychiatric Association guidance on assessment of cognitive impairment in schizophrenia", presenting the latest evidence and systematic review results. The guidance recommends comprehensive and detailed cognitive assessments for all individuals with schizophrenia, emphasizing the phase of early intervention. In conjunction with the recommendations of the guidance and the current state of research both domestically and internationally, this article provides an overview of cognitive impairment in schizophrenia, including definition, impact, selection of assessment tools, and limitations of cognitive assessments. It also connects with clinical practice in China, outlining the development and shortcomings of cognitive assessments for schizophrenia. It is suggested that a clinically simple questionnaire suitable for the Chinese population is needed to help physicians quickly identify cognitive impairment.
