Publications by authors named "Nicolas Rainteau"
Background: Fatigue is a well-known common clinical feature of numerous chronic diseases including various forms of cancer, neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis, and psychiatric disorders. A significant proportion of people with schizophrenia (30-60%) reportedly experience fatigue, which impacts negatively on participation in various activities, including work, study, leisure, and social pursuits. Causes of fatigue in schizophrenia are poorly understood and there are no established treatments.
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- Individuals with schizophrenia often face stigma, leading clinicians and families to propose changing the term to combat negative perceptions.
- A study was conducted with 40 participants to examine how the label "schizophrenia" affects social behaviors during a synchronization task with a dot moved by others.
- Results showed participants made more errors when believing they were interacting with a "schizophrenia" patient compared to a "healthy" individual, indicating that the term significantly influences social interactions.