Week 7: Psychosis-Like Experiences and Resilience: A Systematic and Critical Review of the Literature Flashcards
What is resilience research focused on?
The ability to cope with traumatic and stressful situations and retain functioning given certain risk factors in the context of psychosis.
What was the main goal of this systematic review?
To systematically review the literature on psychosis-like experiences (PLEs) and resilience.
How many articles and study samples were included in this review?
Fifteen articles from 11 unique study samples from 10 countries.
What was the total number of unique study participants in the review?
11,937 unique study participants.
What were the inclusion criteria for this systematic review?
Studies needed to include research aims and empirical research related to resilience and use an established or author-defined measure of psychological and/or social resilience.
What was the main finding in 73% of the studies?
Resilience was inversely associated with PLEs or psychosis risk status.
What are psychosis-like experiences (PLEs)?
Subclinical psychosis phenomena, such as attenuated delusions or hallucinations, that do not reach the threshold for a psychotic disorder.
Who are individuals at clinical- or ultra-high-risk for psychosis (CHR or UHR)?
A population with relatively frequent attenuated psychotic experiences, a family history of psychosis, and severe functional decline.
What range of prevalence has been found for PLEs in large-scale studies?
7% to 38%.
What factors are commonly associated with PLEs?
Stress vulnerability, sensitivity, and various risk factors such as ethnic minority status, cannabis use, and traumatic experiences.
What is resilience defined as in psychological research?
The ability to adapt in the face of tragedy, trauma, adversity, hardship, and ongoing significant life stressors.
How does resilience relate to individuals at risk for psychosis?
Resilience may be a protective factor for individuals experiencing PLEs, but more research is needed to guide interventions and policies.
What critique exists regarding resilience research in psychosis?
It may emphasize individual factors while neglecting external systemic contextual factors in the development of PLEs.
