Catatonic schizophrenia, once considered a distinct subtype, is now understood as a part of the broader spectrum of schizophrenia. Although it's no longer recognized as a separate diagnosis, catatonia remains an essential syndrome to consider and treat, especially when it coexists with schizophreniaRead more
Catatonic schizophrenia, once considered a distinct subtype, is now understood as a part of the broader spectrum of schizophrenia. Although it’s no longer recognized as a separate diagnosis, catatonia remains an essential syndrome to consider and treat, especially when it coexists with schizophrenia.
Here are key points regarding catatonic schizophrenia and its management:
1. Symptoms of Catatonic Schizophrenia:
– Stupor: A state close to unconsciousness.
– Catalepsy: Trance-like rigidity of the body.
– Waxy flexibility: Limbs remain in positions set by others.
– Mutism: Lack of verbal response.
– Negativism: Ignoring external stimuli or instructions.
– Posturing: Holding unusual positions.
– Mannerism: Odd and exaggerated movements.
– Stereotypy: Repetitive movements without reason.
– Agitation: Uninfluenced by external stimuli.
– Grimacing: Contorted facial movements.
– Echolalia: Meaningless repetition of others’ words.
– Echopraxia: Meaningless repetition of others’ movements.
2. Causes:
– Catatonia: Irregularities in dopamine, GABA, and glutamate neurotransmitter systems.
– Schizophrenia: Combination of genetic, brain chemistry, and environmental factors.
3. Treatment Options:
– Medications: Give symptomatic and causative based Homoeopathic medication. Sedatives are commonly used to manage catatonia associated with schizophrenia.
– Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): Sends electrical impulses to the brain through electrodes on the head.
– Psychotherapy: May be helpful in some cases.
Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Some common symptoms of schizophrenia include: - Delusions: False beliefs that are not based in reality. For example, thinking that someone is trying to harm or control you. - Hallucinations: Seeing, heaRead more
Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Some common symptoms of schizophrenia include:
– Delusions: False beliefs that are not based in reality. For example, thinking that someone is trying to harm or control you.
– Hallucinations: Seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there.
– Disorganized thinking: Speaking in a way that is difficult to understand or jumping from one topic to another.
– Abnormal motor behavior: Moving in a way that is unusual or repetitive.
– Negative symptoms: Reduced or lack of ability to function normally. For example, neglecting personal hygiene or appearing to lack emotion.
It’s important to note that these symptoms can vary in severity and duration, and may not be present in all cases of schizophrenia.
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