Purpose
This study aims to identify demographic, clinical, and nutritional factors related to malnutrition in community‐dwelling patients with schizophrenia.
Design and Methods
We used a descriptive cross‐sectional design. Between June and July 2016, 188 community‐dwelling patients with schizophrenia were included in this study.
Findings
Of the 188 participants, 4.3% were classified as malnourished, and 40.4% were at risk of malnutrition. Living status, body weight, and appetite were significant factors related to malnutrition in community‐dwelling patients with schizophrenia.
Practice Implication
Assessment of nutritional status should be considered along with demographic and nutritional factors in community‐dwelling patients with schizophrenia.