Variability resulting from heterogeneity and nonspecificity represents a formidable obstacle to schizophrenia research. The Cayce readings have important implications for abating variability. The various pathophysiological patterns noted in readings provide a basis for recognizing subgroups in this disorder. Nonspecifity resulting from overlap of schizophrenia with other disorders such as bipolar and epilepsy provides an opportunity to understand the relationship between symptoms and the systemic interactions which produce them. The Cayce readings recommend numerous techniques and devices which should be researched.
Electrotherapy utilizing the wet cell battery is a possible area of research.
When this appliance was used with chloride of gold, the readings maintained that the glandular system could secrete substances capable of regenerating the nervous system of persons suffering from chronic schizophrenia. Manual medicine is another therapeutic modality which can be researched to determine its potential contribution to the treatment of schizophrenia. The research literature of osteopathy may also provide important insights into meaning of ANS and endocrine abnormalities in schizophrenia. Pitfalls and Potentials A major weakness of the Cayce approach to treating schizophrenia is the lack of direct validation of the model. Although Cayce gave numerous readings for persons suffering from schizophrenia, only a few individuals applied the suggested treatments in a consistent manner.