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Schizophrenia and serious violence: A clinical-profile analysis incorporating impulsivity and substance-use disorders

  • Alexandre Dumais
  • , Stéphane Potvin
  • , Christian Joyal
  • , Jean François Allaire
  • , Emmanuel Stip
  • , Alain Lesage
  • , Gabriela Gobbi
  • , Gilles Côté

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Abstract

Objectives: This study is an exploration of the role of SUD and impulsivity in individuals with schizophrenia who are at higher risk of serious violence (SV). Methods: Multiple correspondence analysis (MCA) and cluster analysis (CA) were performed on a sample of 139 males meeting DSM-IV diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia-spectrum disorders (SSD). Results: Impulsivity was the main dimension differentiating individuals. SUD and SV were strongly linked. CA yielded four clusters; one related to serious violence, SUD and a higher incarceration rate. Conclusions: Subgroups of SSD at risk of SV were found. SUD appear to be a major risk factor for SV and incarceration.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)234-237
Number of pages4
JournalSchizophrenia Research
Volume130
Issue number1-3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2011
Externally publishedYes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  2. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

  • Clustering
  • Impulsivity
  • Schizophrenia
  • Serious violence
  • Substance use disorders

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Psychiatry and Mental health
  • Biological Psychiatry

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