Catatonia, a state of unresponsiveness characterized by motoric immobility or excessive activity, can be a symptom of various psychiatric disorders. Understanding its causes, manifestations, and treatments is crucial. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry provides comprehensive insights into catatonia, emphasizing evidence-based diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Our expert editors ensure that content is clinically relevant and actionable, equipping psychiatrists to recognize and address catatonia effectively.
Catatonia
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Case Report
Autoimmune Thyroid Disease–Induced Catatonia With Normal Thyroid Function
October 17, 2024
A 26-year-old woman with catatonia and worsening anxiety, insomnia, and alterations in cognition was found to concurrently have autoimmune thyroid disease, but due to an unremarkable initial workup, accurate...
Case Report
ECT for Catatonia With NPSLE, Epilepsy, and Cerebral Palsy
July 25, 2024
An 18-year-old patient with neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy who developed benzodiazepine-refractory catatonia and immunosuppression experienced complete resolution of symptoms after 20 ECT treatments.
