"Capgras delusion" from_date:2012

Uncovering Capgras delusion using a large-scale medical records database Capgras delusion is scientifically important but most commonly reported as single case studies. Studies analysing large clinical records databases focus on common disorders but none have investigated rare syndromes. Identify cases of Capgras delusion and associated psychopathology, demographics, cognitive function

Testing the connections within face processing circuitry in Capgras delusion with diffusion imaging tractography Although Capgras delusion (CD) patients are capable of recognizing familiar faces, they present a delusional belief that some relatives have been replaced by impostors. CD has been explained as a selective disruption of a pathway processing affective values of familiar faces. To test

to include seizures. Similarly, visual hallucinations, both simple and complex, can occur secondary to seizure activity. We present, to our knowledge, the first reported case of visual hallucinations and Capgras delusions for objects that developed secondary to new onset occipital lobe epilepsy. We then discuss the possible underlying neurologic mechanisms responsible for the symptomatology.

psychosis, paranoia, self-harm/suicide ideation, hallucinations, self-injury, panic, anxiety, Capgras delusion, catatonia).There is currently no evidence to suggest that users of NPS are at greater risk of experiencing mental ill health, but an analysis of discharge letters of patients leaving general psychiatric wards in one large Scottish hospital suggested that NPS use was identified in 22.2

(Comparator): none.O (Outcome): Patients characteristics, treatment, and outcomes.SearchesCapgras syndromeTypes of study to be includedCase reports, and case series.Condition or domain being studiedCapgras syndrome, also known as the Capgras delusion, is a rare psychotic condition in which a person believes that a loved one or someone else close to them has been replaced by an imposter. This belief is often

of an acquaintance. It is a rare syndrome and is more prevalent in females.Participants/populationPatient with Capgras syndromeIntervention(s), exposure(s)NoneComparator(s)/controlNoneContextCapgras syndrome, also known as the Capgras delusion, is a rare psychotic condition in which a person believes that a loved one or someone else close to them has been replaced by an imposter. This belief is often accompanied

needed]Specific regions have been associated with specific types of delusions. The volume of the hippocampus and parahippocampus is related to paranoid delusions in Alzheimer's disease, and has been reported to be abnormal post mortem in one person with delusions. Capgras delusions have been associated with occipito-temporal damage and may be related to failure to elicit normal emotions or memories , making the absurd belief that is not labelled as an illness profitable anyway by attracting criticisms that are labelled as illnesses.[49]See also[edit] * Philosophy portal * Psychology portal * Psychiatry portal * Bizarre object * Capgras delusion * Clinical lycanthropy * Delirium * Delusional misidentification syndrome * Folie à deux * Intrusive thoughts * Paris syndrome * Jerusalem syndrome * Mass

disturbances,[84] and delusions typically appear later in the course of the disease.[5] Delusions may have a paranoid quality, involving themes like a house being broken in to, infidelity,[5] or abandonment.[64] Individuals with DLB who misplace items may have delusions about theft.[5] Capgras delusion may occur, in which the person with DLB loses knowledge of the spouse, caregiver, or partner's face,[85

in psychotic disorders.Specific regions have been associated with specific types of delusions. The volume of the hippocampus and parahippocampus is related to paranoid delusions in Alzheimer's disease, and has been reported to be abnormal post mortem in one person with delusions. Capgras delusions have been associated with occipito-temporal damage, and may be related to failure to elicit normal emotions