schizophrenia
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: The study will be conducted with persons with intellectual disabilities ranging from mild B1 to moderate B2 and mental disabilities of 51 or higher on the GAF (Global Assessment of Functioning) scale (most users have both disabilities). Users who can clearly express their willingness to participate in the study and who are able to take part in the cerebral blood flow tests and questionnaires (interviews) administered by the researchers will be included in the study.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients who do not have a selection criteria Patients who are allergic to animals. Patients who have negative reactions to animals.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Participants were provided with an explanation for saliva collection before conducting the procedure. Thirty minutes prior to the collection, the participants were not allowed to smoke, eat, or exercise and, during the procedure, an instructor was assigned to guide them and confirm that the precautions were followed. A special saliva collection sponge (Salivette, Sarstedt) was used.26 The mouth was lightly rinsed with water and the sponge was placed in it; patients were asked to thoroughly chew it for 2 minutes to soak up the saliva. STAI was self-administered simultaneously. | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
Toyama Prefectural University Toyama Campus Office