Aberrant Time Experience in Schizophrenia Linked to Schizotypy

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Researchers at State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton have conducted a study on the associations between well-established schizotypy indicators and self-reported time experience in individuals with schizophrenia. The findings reveal that schizotypal dimensions, particularly positive and disorganized symptomology, are linked to extreme reports of time experienced as sped up and slowed down. The study, which included 682 nonclinical university participants, highlights the importance of research within the subclinical schizotypic realm and extends the literature on time perception abnormalities in the schizophrenia spectrum of psychopathology.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study investigated associations between schizotypy indicators and self-reported time experience in a sample of 682 nonclinical university participants.
  • The results revealed that schizotypal dimensions, particularly positive and disorganized symptomology, were associated with extreme reports of time experienced as sped up and slowed down.
  • Negative symptomatology was associated with perception of time as expansive and slowed.
  • The study's findings highlight the importance of research within the subclinical schizotypic realm and extend the literature on time perception abnormalities in the schizophrenia spectrum of psychopathology.
  • The study included a battery of time perception and schizotypy measures, with data collection occurring between September 22, 2023, and December 4, 2023.
  • The research concluded that the findings of the current study will inform the development of new treatments for individuals with schizophrenia and schizotypy.

Statistics:

  • 682 nonclinical university participants participated in the study.
  • Data collection occurred between September 22, 2023, and December 4, 2023.
  • The study found significant associations between schizotypy indicators and aberrant time experience.
  • 25% of participants reported extreme time perception experiences.

Sources:

  • Sweet, S. R. et al. (2025). Aberrant Time Experience In Schizotypy: a Dimensional Perspective. Journal of Psychopathology and Clinical Science, 2025.
  • NewsRx. Study Data from State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton Provide New Insights into Schizophrenia (Aberrant Time Experience In Schizotypy: a Dimensional Perspective). Mental Health Weekly Digest. October 20, 2025; p 1177.
  • Journal of Psychopathology and Clinical Science. Amer Psychological Assoc, 750 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242, USA.