Why do patients with psychosis listen to and believe derogatory and threatening voices? 21 reasons given by patients by Sheaves, B, Johns, L, Griffith, L, Isham, L, McPin Hearing Voices Lived Experience Advisory Panel, Kabir, T, Freeman, D

“…<p><strong>Background:</strong> Around two thirds of patients with auditory hallucinations experience derogatory and threatening voices (DTVs). Understandably, when these voices are believed then common consequences can be depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. …”

The challenges and opportunities of social connection when hearing derogatory and threatening voices: A thematic analysis with patients experiencing psychosis by Sheaves, B, Johns, L, Cernis, E, Griffith, L, The McPin Hearing Voices Lived Experience Advisory Panel, Freeman, D

“…This study sought to learn about the patient experience of being around other people when hearing derogatory and threatening voices (DTVs).</p> <p><strong>Design:</strong>&nbsp;A qualitative interview study.…”