Rapid resolution of catatonia secondary to post traumatic stress disorder with secondary psychotic features through scheduled zolpidem tartrate

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Should Catatonia Be Conceptualized as a Pathological Response to Trauma?

Trever R. Biles et al.

Summary: This review explores the possible correlation between psychological trauma and catatonia, with initial data suggesting a link between intense fear responses associated with trauma and PTSD and some forms of catatonic responses. Future studies may change our understanding of the etiology of a subtype of catatonia and point to potential targets for further research on the underlying biological mechanisms.

JOURNAL OF NERVOUS AND MENTAL DISEASE (2021)

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Catatonia: Clinical Overview of the Diagnosis, Treatment, and Clinical Challenges

Amber N. Edinoff et al.

Summary: Catatonia is a syndrome associated with various mental illness disorders and some medical conditions, with treatments often involving the use of benzodiazepines and electroconvulsive therapy. The pathophysiology of catatonia involves aberrant neuronal activity, defective neurotransmitter regulation, and impaired oligodendrocyte function.

NEUROLOGY INTERNATIONAL (2021)

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Differentiating the symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder and bipolar disorders in adults: Utilizing a trauma-informed assessment approach

Chelsea M. Cogan et al.

Summary: In adult populations, bipolar disorders (BDs) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have overlapping symptoms, which may lead to misdiagnosis. Failure to diagnose both co-occurring disorders can result in individuals not receiving proper treatment. This article highlights the importance of trauma-informed psychological assessment in differential diagnosis and timely delivery of appropriate treatments.

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY & PSYCHOTHERAPY (2021)

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