10.26180/5d82f26756160
ELIZABETH HUI XIN THOMAS
ELIZABETH HUI XIN
THOMAS
Cognition across the schizotypy-schizophrenia continuum and the role of the glutamatergic system
Monash University
2019
Schizophrenia
Schizotypy
Cognition
Saccades
Glutamate
Psychology and Cognitive Sciences not elsewhere classified
Psychiatry (incl. Psychotherapy)
2019-09-20 05:15:14
Thesis
https://bridges.monash.edu/articles/thesis/Cognition_across_the_schizotypy-schizophrenia_continuum_and_the_role_of_the_glutamatergic_system/9867899
Cognitive impairment is a core symptom frequently reported in schizophrenia and believed to be influenced by glutamatergic genes. It is believed that the symptoms of schizophrenia such as cognition lie on a continuum, known as schizotypy. This theory of schizotypy suggests that the characteristics of schizophrenia can be observed in the general population but at a sub-clinical level. This thesis investigates cognition across the schizotypy-schizophrenia continuum and demonstrates the role of the glutamatergic system. It is hoped that this research will reduce stigma surrounding mental illness and contribute to the development of targeted treatment for cognitive symptoms.