Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of Study Population
| Characteristic | Patients (n = 12) | Controls (n = 12) |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age ± SD (y) | 39.4 ± 12.6 | 33.0 ± 9.5 |
| Total Edinburgh Handedness Scale | 0.95 ± 0.04 | 0.96 ± 0.03 |
| Men (n) | 7 | 7 |
| Women (n) | 5 | 5 |
| Nonsmokers (n) | 9 | 8 |
| Length of illness (y) | 23.9 ± 14.7 | |
| Total LSAS score | 73.6 ± 13.7 | |
| Total Hamilton Depression Rating Scale | 8.3 ± 2.1 |