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Bayrami M, Bakhshipour A, Hadavandkhani F. Schizotypy and handedness in nonclinical individuals: A study of an Iranian sample population. J Arak Uni Med Sci 2010; 13 (3) :21-27
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Background: Studies have revealed that nonclinical individuals who have mixed-handedness obtain higher scores in schizotypy, but investigations in Asian countries have indicated contradictory results. The aim of this study was to identify the relationship between mixed-handedness and schizotypy in a nonclinical Iranian population. Materials and Methods:One hundred fifty normal students from two different high schools, 94 girls (%62.7) and 56 boys (%37.3) ranging in age from 14 to 17 (15.5±0.67), participated in this descriptive study. Participants filled out Schizotypal Trait Questionnaire (STA) and answered handedness questions. The causal relationship between schizotypy and handedness was determined through linear regression. Results: In this study, parallel to other studies conducted in Asia, no significant associations were found between mixed-handedness, schizotypy and schizotypy factors. Conclusion: Noticing that Asian people, due to cultural pressure, have less tolerant attitudes toward left-handedness, utilizing handedness scales that incorporate cultural values is essential for revealing the real association between schizotypy and mixed-handedness.
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