Schizotypal personality disorder: a current review
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Schizotypal personality disorder: a current review
Abstract
The study of schizotypal personality disorder (SPD) is important clinically, as it is understudied, challenging to treat, often under-recognized or misdiagnosed, and associated with significant functional impairment. SPD also represents an intermediate schizophrenia-spectrum phenotype, and therefore, can provide a better understanding of the genetics, pathogenesis, and treatment of related psychotic illnesses. In this review we discuss recent findings of SPD related to epidemiology and functional impairment, heritability and genetics, working memory and cognitive impairments, social-affective disturbances, and neurobiology. Additionally, we examine the challenges associated with treating patients with SPD, as well as clinical recommendations. Finally, we address future directions and areas in need of further exploration.
Conflict of interest statement
Shira E. Futterman has received a grant from the National Institute of Mental Health.
Antonia McMaster has received a grant from the National Institute of Mental Health.
Larry J. Siever has received grants and travel support from the National Institute of Mental Health and the Department of Veterans Affairs. He also received travel support from the Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Centers. Dr. Siever also has receive payment for writing or reviewing manuscripts from the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Centers, and Mount Sinai.
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