Are negative beliefs about psychosis associated with emotional distress in adults and young people with such experiences? A meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Emotional distress, including depression and anxiety, is commonly reported amongst individuals experiencing psychosis. The beliefs individuals hold about the meaning of their psychosis may explain the distress they experience. The current meta-analysis aimed to review the association between beliefs about psychosis experiences and emotional distress.

Method

Three electronic databases (PsycINFO, MEDLINE, and CINAHL) were searched using keywords and controlled vocabulary (e.g., Medical Subject Headings) from date of inception to August 2019. A total of 19 eligible papers were identified.

Results

Our random-effects meta-analysis revealed that depression and anxiety held moderate association with psychosis beliefs, with perceptions concerning a lack of control o

SUBMITTER: Ropaj E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8246979 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature