Our results suggest complex interactions between BDNF and cytokines were involved in the pathophysiology of executive function impairments in patients with SCZ.
Multiple regression analysis revealed a significant positive association of plasma BDNF levels with planning ability across all groups.<b>Conclusions:</b> The lower peripheral BDNF levels in ARMS compared to FEP and CS might point towards an important drop of this neurotrophin prior to the onset of frank psychosis.