PRIMARY STUDY
A meta-analysis of negative symptoms in dual diagnosis schizophrenia
Key Findings: This meta-analysis indicates that schizophrenia patients with a concurrent substance use disorder exhibit fewer negative symptoms compared to those who are abstinent.
Type of Study: Clinical Meta-analysis
Study Sample Size: 1135
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): Canada
Year of Pub: 2006
Cannabinoids Studied: Cannabinoid (unspecified)
Phytocannabinoid Source: Not Applicable
Citation: Potvin S, et al. A meta-analysis of negative symptoms in dual diagnosis schizophrenia. Psychol Med. 2006; 36:431-40. doi: 10.1017/S003329170500574X
Authors: Potvin S, Sepehry AA, Stip E
