Summary
This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesises 50 years of published research examining persistent disparities in educational attainment among people with schizophrenia. The authors quantitatively pooled data to characterise the magnitude and consistency of the educational gap, as suggested by the title's emphasis on the 'enduring' nature of this disparity. The work is positioned to inform understanding of how schizophrenia affects developmental and social trajectories, with implications for early intervention and support policy.
Regional applicability
Findings would be relevant to UK mental health services, educational policy, and support structures for young people with early psychosis or schizophrenia diagnoses. The results may inform UK provisions under the Equality Act 2010 and educational access planning.
Key measures
Educational attainment levels, school completion rates, degree achievement, and comparison with non-affected populations across included studies
Outcomes reported
The study synthesised evidence on educational achievement gaps in individuals with schizophrenia compared to the general population over five decades of published research.
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