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New findings point to a more complex, and more dorsally localized, neural basis of aberrant salience than previously assumed 👇 @SIRSGlobal nature.com/articles/s41537-0…
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New research: In psychosis, higher default mode network connectivity was associated with greater odds of tobacco use—highlighting a potential brain-based target for tobacco-dependence treatment. @SIRSGlobal Read the article: nature.com/articles/s41537-0…
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A longitudinal analysis of 256 individuals with first episode psychosis found that increased social experiences consistently predicted a reduced risk of relapse over a 12-month period. Machine learning models using brief daily smartphone data achieved high accuracy in predicting psychosis relapse, supporting the utility of such simple assessment tools. These results suggest that real-time digital tracking can effectively identify early indicators of relapse in first episode psychosis. nature.com/articles/s41537-0… #Relapse #Prediction #EcologicalMomentaryAssessment #FirstEpisodePsychosis #SocialExperiences
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How much can research methodology change our understanding of first episode psychosis (FEP)?
🔬 How much can research methodology change our understanding of first episode psychosis (FEP)? A new study examining U.S. administrative claims data found that estimated FEP incidence varied dramatically depending on the eligibility criteria used. Researchers reviewed studies published from 2010–2026 and applied their differing criteria—including ICD code definitions, age ranges, and enrollment requirements—to the same MarketScan commercial claims dataset. 📊 The result? Estimated incidence ranged from 20 to 163 cases per 100,000. This wide variation highlights the importance of standardized approaches to FEP incidence estimates—particularly when these data are used to inform planning for coordinated specialty care programs. 🔗 Read the full study: nature.com/articles/s41537-0… #MentalHealth #Psychiatry #FirstEpisodePsychosis #FEP #SchizophreniaResearch #HealthPolicy
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🎥 SIRS is looking for short documentaries and videos for a special digital media exhibition at the 2027 Annual Congress in Montréal, Canada! We’re looking for visual storytelling that explores the intersection of artistic expression, mental health, technology, and scientific research. 📹 Videos up to 15 minutes 👥 Individual or group submissions welcome 📅 Deadline: 8 October 2026 📍 SIRS 2027 | Montréal | 10–14 April 2027 Selected authors must attend the Congress in person. 🔗 Submit your project here: sirs.societyconference.com/u… #SIRS2027 #SchizophreniaResearch #MentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #DigitalMedia #VisualStorytelling #CallForSubmissions #ScienceCommunication
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🏆 The 2027 SIRS Honorific Awards are now open! Help us recognize SIRS members making outstanding contributions to schizophrenia research, leadership, service, and global impact. 🌍🔬 ✨ Self-nominate or nominate an eligible SIRS member 📅 Deadline: December 1, 2026 Explore all award categories and apply: schizophreniaresearchsociety… #SIRSGlobal #SchizophreniaResearch #ResearchAwards #PsychosisResearch
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New study in @schizjournal uses network analysis of PANSS data from 1,213 participants to support a five-dimensional symptom structure, and identifies potential "bridge symptoms" linking domains @SIRSGlobal Read more: nature.com/articles/s41537-0…
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New paper: speech analytics can reliably capture negative symptom severity in schizophrenia. Speech proportion, speech rate, and unfilled pauses emerged as robust, clinically relevant digital markers across visits and tasks. @SIRSGlobal 🔗nature.com/articles/s41537-0…
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New study: Schizophrenia: temporal imprecision in phase, time, and frequency domains Using MEG, Kholghi&Northoff show convergent temporal imprecision across phase, time and frequency in first-episode schizophrenia, linked to reduced mismatch negativity nature.com/articles/s41537-0…
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Key findings: Functional gains with EBPI: Participants who received EBPI showed greater improvements in real-world psychosocial functioning over time, with significant advantages at 12 months follow-up and across all assessment points.
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New prospective study published in @schizjournal examine how Evidence-Based Psychosocial Interventions (EBPI) are implemented in real-world practice and how they impact outcomes in individuals with early-phase schizophrenia who are stabilized on long-acting injectable LAIs.
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We are looking forward to the 2027 SIRS Annual Congress in Montréal, Canada, 10–14 April 2027!
🚨 Submissions are now open for the 2027 SIRS Annual Congress! Join us in Montréal, Canada from 10–14 April 2027 by submitting your latest research. We're now accepting: ✨ Symposia ✨ Poster/Oral Presentations ✨ Early Career Awards ✨ Poster Awards Visit the following link to submit your proposal today: sirs.societyconference.com/v… #SIRS2027 #SchizophreniaResearch #MentalHealthResearch #Neuroscience
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🚨 Submissions are now open for the 2027 SIRS Annual Congress! Join us in Montréal, Canada from 10–14 April 2027 by submitting your latest research. We're now accepting: ✨ Symposia ✨ Poster/Oral Presentations ✨ Early Career Awards ✨ Poster Awards Visit the following link to submit your proposal today: sirs.societyconference.com/v… #SIRS2027 #SchizophreniaResearch #MentalHealthResearch #Neuroscience
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🚨 Applications are now open for the 2026 SIRS Research Fund Award! SIRS is awarding two $15,000 USD grants to support innovative schizophrenia research led by early career investigators. 🗓️ Apply by October 9, 2026. Learn more and apply on our website. #SchizophreniaResearch #ResearchFunding #EarlyCareerResearchers #SIRSGlobal
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