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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Ganser syndrome | |||
| synonyms = [[Nonsense syndrome]], [[prison psychosis]] | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = Approximate answers, [[clouding of consciousness]], [[hallucinations]], [[conversion disorder]] symptoms | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Psychological stress]], [[trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Incarceration]], [[mental health disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], exclusion of other conditions | |||
| differential = [[Malingering]], [[factitious disorder]], [[dissociative disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Psychotherapy]], [[supportive care]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Ganser syndrome''' is a rare type of [[mental disorder]] characterized by nonsensical or wrong answers to questions and other dissociative symptoms such as fugue, amnesia or conversion disorder, often with visual pseudohallucinations and a decreased state of consciousness. | '''Ganser syndrome''' is a rare type of [[mental disorder]] characterized by nonsensical or wrong answers to questions and other dissociative symptoms such as fugue, amnesia or conversion disorder, often with visual pseudohallucinations and a decreased state of consciousness. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The most notable symptom is the patient's giving approximate answers to questions (e.g., "2 plus 2 equals 5"). Other symptoms include hallucinations, clouding of consciousness, speaking in a nonsensical manner, and symptoms similar to those of [[hysteria]] (both [[conversion disorder]] and [[dissociative disorder]]s). | The most notable symptom is the patient's giving approximate answers to questions (e.g., "2 plus 2 equals 5"). Other symptoms include hallucinations, clouding of consciousness, speaking in a nonsensical manner, and symptoms similar to those of [[hysteria]] (both [[conversion disorder]] and [[dissociative disorder]]s). | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Ganser syndrome is unknown. It is often associated with severe stress and often follows a traumatic event. It has also been associated with [[depression]], [[anxiety]], and [[personality disorders]]. | The exact cause of Ganser syndrome is unknown. It is often associated with severe stress and often follows a traumatic event. It has also been associated with [[depression]], [[anxiety]], and [[personality disorders]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis is based on the patient's clinical history and symptoms. There are no specific tests to diagnose Ganser syndrome. It is often misdiagnosed as [[malingering]], [[schizophrenia]], or a [[mood disorder]]. | Diagnosis is based on the patient's clinical history and symptoms. There are no specific tests to diagnose Ganser syndrome. It is often misdiagnosed as [[malingering]], [[schizophrenia]], or a [[mood disorder]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment is focused on reducing symptoms and improving functioning. This may include [[psychotherapy]], [[medication]], and other supportive measures. | Treatment is focused on reducing symptoms and improving functioning. This may include [[psychotherapy]], [[medication]], and other supportive measures. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for Ganser syndrome is generally good with appropriate treatment. Most patients recover fully with time. | The prognosis for Ganser syndrome is generally good with appropriate treatment. Most patients recover fully with time. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Dissociative disorder]] | * [[Dissociative disorder]] | ||
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* [[Schizophrenia]] | * [[Schizophrenia]] | ||
* [[Mood disorder]] | * [[Mood disorder]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Ganser_syndrome WikiMD article on Ganser syndrome] | * [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Ganser_syndrome WikiMD article on Ganser syndrome] | ||
[[Category:Mental disorders]] | [[Category:Mental disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | [[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:34, 4 April 2025
| Ganser syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Nonsense syndrome, prison psychosis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Approximate answers, clouding of consciousness, hallucinations, conversion disorder symptoms |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Psychological stress, trauma |
| Risks | Incarceration, mental health disorders |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, exclusion of other conditions |
| Differential diagnosis | Malingering, factitious disorder, dissociative disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Psychotherapy, supportive care |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Ganser syndrome is a rare type of mental disorder characterized by nonsensical or wrong answers to questions and other dissociative symptoms such as fugue, amnesia or conversion disorder, often with visual pseudohallucinations and a decreased state of consciousness.
Symptoms[edit]
The most notable symptom is the patient's giving approximate answers to questions (e.g., "2 plus 2 equals 5"). Other symptoms include hallucinations, clouding of consciousness, speaking in a nonsensical manner, and symptoms similar to those of hysteria (both conversion disorder and dissociative disorders).
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Ganser syndrome is unknown. It is often associated with severe stress and often follows a traumatic event. It has also been associated with depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis is based on the patient's clinical history and symptoms. There are no specific tests to diagnose Ganser syndrome. It is often misdiagnosed as malingering, schizophrenia, or a mood disorder.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment is focused on reducing symptoms and improving functioning. This may include psychotherapy, medication, and other supportive measures.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for Ganser syndrome is generally good with appropriate treatment. Most patients recover fully with time.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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