Author:
Brett C. M. C.,Peters E. P.,Johns L. C.,Tabraham P.,Valmaggia L. R.,Mcguire P. K.
Abstract
BackgroundCognitive models of psychosis suggest that whether anomalous experiences
lead to clinically relevant psychotic symptoms depends on how they are
appraised, the context in which they occur and the individual's emotional
responseAimsTo develop and validate a semi-structured interview (the Appraisals of
Anomalous Experiences Interview; AANEX) to assess (a) anomalous
experiences and (b) appraisal, contextual and response variablesMethodFollowing initial piloting, construct validity was tested via
cross-sectional comparison of data from clinical and non-clinical samples
with anomalous experiences. Interrater reliability was also assessedResultsScores from AANEX measuring appraisals, responses and social support
differentiated the clinical and nonclinical groups. Interrater
reliability was satisfactory for 65 of the 71 items. Six items were
subsequently amendedConclusionsThe AANEX is avalid multidimensional instrument that provides a detailed
assessment of psychotic-like experiences and subjective variables
relevant to the development of a need for clinical care
Publisher
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health
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