Gender differences in the relationship of childhood trauma and the course of illness in schizophrenia

Different types of childhood trauma have been repeatedly shown to contribute to psychotic symptoms. Gender differences in schizophrenia are well known. Some studies argue that trauma history means a significantly higher risk of psychosis for women than men. However, there is evidence of early adverse life events to be associated with higher stress-sensitivity in men. Little is known about the connection of specific type of trauma and specific psychotic symptoms as well as the course of illness with explicit regard to gender differences.

Source: Comprehensive Psychiatry - January 21, 2018 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Krisztina Kocsis-Bog ár, Veronika Mészáros, Dóra Perczel-Forintos Source Type: research