Catatonia Associated with Schizophrenia - 09/06/15
Résumé |
Introduction |
The development of catatonia in a 38 year old Nigerian man suffering from schizophrenia was analyzed in terms of its bio-psycho-social model of disease.
Objectives |
1. | To highlight the presentation of catatonia specifier |
2. | To investigate the etiology of catatonia specifier |
Aims |
1. | To utilize the bio-psycho-social model of disease in order to investigate the etiology of catatonia specifier |
2. | To highlight the treatment modalities of catatonia specifier |
Methods |
1. | Interviewing the patient |
2. | Analysing all investigations and documentation made during multiple admissions to both psychiatric and medical hospitals. |
3. | Evaluating the response to various treatment modalities. |
4. | Carrying out literature reviews. |
Results |
Conclusions |
Although the aetiology of catatonia specifier remain somewhat unclear even after many years of study, the bio-psycho-social model is nevertheless useful in understanding the development of this condition. The possible treatment modalities were also identified.
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