The audio recorded cognitive screen for brief screening of cognitive impairment in patients with psychosis: A pilot study

Introduction. Disorders of cognitive functioning in patients with psychosis can manifest in different domains. The disorders vary depending on the severity, from mild to severe, and on the severity of symptoms within the underlying disease. The aim of this study was to examine the possibility of using the Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen in patients with schizophrenia. Material and Methods. The study included a total of 61 subjects divided into two groups: 31 subjects with schizophrenia and 30 healthy controls. All subjects completed the Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen to assess the cognitive status in five domains of cognitive functioning. Results. The Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen showed a good reliability index (? = 0.85). Multivariate analysis of variance confirmed the differences between the two groups in all examined cognitive domains (F (6.53) = 26.719, p < .001). The partial eta squared results were as follows: object naming 0.159; immediate recall 0.531; delayed recall 0.585; visuospatial functions 0.334; attention 0.644; and verbal fluency 0.590. These results indicated significant differences between the two groups. Conclusion. The Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen is a feasible tool for the detection of neurocognitive impairment in individuals with schizophrenia. However, it is necessary to conduct further research in larger samples and use additional assessment instruments in this population.