Peter Phiri, Gayathri Delanerolle, Oliver Hope, Tharangini Murugaiyan, Geoffrey Dimba, Shanaya Rathod, Zukiswa Zingela
This editorial addresses catatonia, a complex neuropsychiatric syndrome characterised by a spectrum of psychomotor disturbances. The editorial seeks to clarify the ambiguous aspects of catatonia, integrating recent research findings, including global studies and diagnostic advancements. It discusses catatonia's clinical manifestations, prevalence, and associated psychiatric and medical conditions, with particular emphasis on its frequent co-occurrence with schizophrenia and mood disorders. The prevalence of catatonia, which varies across psychiatric populations, is illustrated by a significant study conducted in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa...
February 19, 2024: World Journal of Psychiatry