Global lifetime prevalence of schizophrenia: A systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed
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- The study is a systematic review and meta-analysis on the global lifetime prevalence of schizophrenia.
- It covers the general population and eight specific groups including homeless populations, offenders, and those with comorbid conditions.
- Findings show a lifetime prevalence of 0.62% in the general population and 10.02% in homeless populations.
- Asia has the lowest prevalence rates among the regions studied.
- The research highlights the need for targeted prevention and early intervention strategies for vulnerable populations.