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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 6m

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day.

Nearly 1 in 7 people worldwide experience a mental health condition (WHO, 2025), yet many face barriers to support.

This day reminds us to:
🔹 Advocate for access to mental health resources
🔹 Encourage understanding and inclusion
🔹 Promote compassion & support

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 1d

📢 Today is the deadline! Don’t miss your chance to apply for the SIRS Research Fund Award.

🔗 Apply now: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/join/researc...

#SIRS2026 #SchizophreniaResearch #ResearchFunding #EarlyCareerResearchers

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 2d

Congratulations to Dr. Catalina Mourgues-Codern, recipient of the 2025 SIRS Research Harmonisation Award! 🌟

Read More: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/research-har...

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Mourgues-Codern's achievement! 🎉

#SIRS2025 #SchizophreniaResearch

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 3d

🌍 This Mental Illness Awareness Week, we recognize the strength of the global mental health community: researchers, clinicians, advocates, and those with lived experience.

SIRS is proud to be part of this effort, advancing understanding and innovation in schizophrenia research. 💙

#MIAW #SIRS

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 8d

⏳ One Week Left! Submit for the SIRS Research Fund Award by 9 October 2025.

This award supports early career investigators in launching innovative projects to advance understanding, prevention, and treatment of schizophrenia.

🔗 Learn More: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/join/researc...

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 8d

📢 SIRS 2026 Annual Congress Registration is Now Open! 🎉

Join us 25–29 March 2026 in Florence, Italy for groundbreaking science, collaboration, and progress in schizophrenia research.

🔗 Learn More: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/meetings/gen...

🔗 Register Today: sirs.societyconference.com/v2/

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 9d

📖 A New Chapter for Schizophrenia

Thank you to Dr. Robin Emsley for 3.5 years of leadership as Editor. Welcome Dr. Anthony A. Grace, Distinguished Professor and global leader in schizophrenia research, as our new Editor.

Please join us in celebrating this transition!💫
#SIRS #SchizophreniaResearch

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 14d

📢 SIRS 2026 Annual Congress Registration Opens in 5 Days! 📆

Join us 25–29 March 2026 in Florence, Italy for groundbreaking science, collaboration, and progress in schizophrenia research.

🔗 Learn More: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/meetings/gen...

#SIRS2026

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 15d

✨ Open Submissions for #SIRS2026! ✨

SIRS is accepting submissions for the 2026 Annual Congress
📍 Florence, Italy | 25–29 March

📅 Mark your calendar and submit today: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/meetings/awa...

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 15d

🌍 Why join SIRS? 🌍

Membership connects you to a global network advancing schizophrenia research & treatment — with benefits like journal access, reduced congress fees, early-publication emails, networking, & more.

✨ Learn more: schizophreniaresearchsociety.org/join/why-join/

#SIRS #Membership

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 18d

🧩 Why do people with paranoia & #psychosis delay help-seeking? Study finds attachment avoidance & anxiety reduce help-seeking/acceptance.

Mediators: 🚫 self-stigma & 🤝 perceived support.

Published in Schizophrenia Research.🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.sc...

How does attachment affect help-seeking in people with paranoia and psychosis? The role of emotion regulation, self-stigma, and perceived support

Longer duration of untreated psychosis causes significant human and healthcare costs. Attachment avoidance and anxiety contribute to delays in help-se…

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 20d

Shape the future of #schizophrenia research today! Submit your Symposium Proposal before 23 October and join us in Florence, Italy for the 2026 Annual Congress, March 25–29. sirs.societyconference.com/v2/ #SIRS2026

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 21d

Danish nationwide study (birth cohorts 1990–1999) shows neighborhood deprivation independently raises #schizophrenia risk. Read more here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 21d

👥 Nearly 45% of caregivers of people with #schizophrenia in China report social isolation. Read more here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 25d

Incorporating Large Language Models (LLMs) in machine learning protocols improved detection of loose associations in early psychosis speech data. There is potential for LLMs to help identify subtle thought disorders for early intervention. Link: doi.org/10.1093/schb... #LLMs #EarlyPsychosis #SIRS

Interpretable LLM–Based Detection of Loose Associations Using Synthetic Speech Data in Early Psychosis

AbstractBackground and Hypothesis. Loose Associations (LA) in speech are key indicators of psychosis risk, notably in schizophrenia. Current detection meth

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 28d

Linking patients with social resources can help prevent readmission in acute schizophrenia, but coerced provision nullifies this benefit. Professionals should avoid informal coercion and instead foster patient motivation when connecting to support services. Link: doi.org/10.1016/j.sc...

Effect of social resources on readmission prevention and the influence of informal coercion in acute schizophrenia: a retrospective quasi-experimental cohort study

During hospitalization, social resources are introduced with or without informal coercion as means of supporting the life of people with acute schizop…

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 28d

⏰ The deadline for Honorific Award nominations is approaching! Don’t miss your chance to recognize outstanding contributions in schizophrenia research. Submit today and join us in Florence, Italy for the 2026 Annual Congress, March 25–29. sirs.societyconference.com/v2/ #SIRS2026

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 29d

This article considers ethical issues in recruiting patients with treatment-resistant psychotic symptoms. Cognitive impairment, rather than severity of psychopathology, appears to be the greatest challenge to decisional capacity. Link: doi.org/10.1093/schi...
#Ethics #TreatmentResistance #Capacity

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 29d

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide is a leading cause of premature mortality in people with schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses. Research and compassion are key to reducing risk and supporting recovery. Together, we can help save lives. 💙 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · 29d

Individuals with schizophrenia have lower life expectancies by 15–20 years compared to the general population. Use of second-generation antipsychotics & low-frequency hospitalization were significantly associated with reduced all-cause & cause-specific mortality. Link: doi.org/10.1038/s415... #SIRS

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Schizophrenia Journal @schizjournal.bsky.social · Sep 1

New study found longitudinal changes in striatocortical connectivity in first-episode psychosis associated with the emergence of treatment resistance. @sirsofficial.bsky.social bit.ly/3JHvj26

Longitudinal changes in striatocortical connectivity in first-episode psychosis associated with the emergence of treatment resistance - Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia - Longitudinal changes in striatocortical connectivity in first-episode psychosis associated with the emergence of treatment resistance

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · Sep 3

📆 September is here! Your SIRS Submission Deadlines are Approaching FAST!

Be Part of the Conversation in Florence, Italy
Submit Your Symposia Proposal Today!

#SIRS2026

LINK: sirs.societyconference.com/v2/#card/sub...

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · Aug 29

In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed on Monday, September 1st. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 2nd We wish you a wonderful holiday weekend.

Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · Aug 12

Individuals w/ affective psychosis show reduced posterior hippocampal volume, unlike anterior-first pattern seen in non-affective psychosis
A higher prevalence of incomplete hippocampal inversion (IHI) in both psychosis groups, suggests shared neurodevelopmental vulnerability
doi.org/10.1016/j.sc...

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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) @sirsofficial.bsky.social · Aug 12

New Findings on Trauma & Psychosis
A large-scale longitudinal study w/ Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) predict poorer social functioning & higher levels of depression, anxiety, & substance misuse over 1 year
Highlights trauma-informed care in the treatment of psychosis
doi.org/10.1016/j.sc...

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