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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Geschwind syndrome | |||
| synonyms = [[Gastaut-Geschwind syndrome]] | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hypergraphia]], [[hyperreligiosity]], [[atypical sexuality]], [[circumstantiality]], [[intensified mental life]] | |||
| complications = [[Social dysfunction]], [[emotional instability]] | |||
| onset = [[Adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Temporal lobe epilepsy]] | |||
| risks = [[Seizures]], [[temporal lobe abnormalities]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[neuroimaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Bipolar disorder]], [[schizophrenia]], [[obsessive-compulsive disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antiepileptic drugs]], [[psychotherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable]] | |||
| frequency = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Geschwind syndrome''' is a behavioral condition that is characterized by hypergraphia, hyperreligiosity, atypical sexuality, circumstantiality, and altered eating habits. It is named after [[Norman Geschwind]], an American neurologist who described the syndrome in his research. | '''Geschwind syndrome''' is a behavioral condition that is characterized by hypergraphia, hyperreligiosity, atypical sexuality, circumstantiality, and altered eating habits. It is named after [[Norman Geschwind]], an American neurologist who described the syndrome in his research. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Geschwind syndrome include: | The symptoms of Geschwind syndrome include: | ||
* '''[[Hypergraphia]]''': An overwhelming urge to write. | * '''[[Hypergraphia]]''': An overwhelming urge to write. | ||
* '''[[Hyperreligiosity]]''': An increased interest in religious activities. | * '''[[Hyperreligiosity]]''': An increased interest in religious activities. | ||
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* '''[[Circumstantiality]]''': Speech that is very detailed and lengthy, often excessively so. | * '''[[Circumstantiality]]''': Speech that is very detailed and lengthy, often excessively so. | ||
* '''[[Altered eating habits]]''': Changes in eating habits, often an increased interest in food. | * '''[[Altered eating habits]]''': Changes in eating habits, often an increased interest in food. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Geschwind syndrome is often associated with [[temporal lobe epilepsy]] and is thought to be caused by changes in the brain's temporal lobe. However, the exact cause is not known. | Geschwind syndrome is often associated with [[temporal lobe epilepsy]] and is thought to be caused by changes in the brain's temporal lobe. However, the exact cause is not known. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Geschwind syndrome is based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. There are no specific tests for the condition, but brain imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of Geschwind syndrome is based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. There are no specific tests for the condition, but brain imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to rule out other conditions. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Geschwind syndrome is focused on managing the symptoms. This may include medication for seizures if the person also has temporal lobe epilepsy. Psychotherapy may also be helpful. | Treatment for Geschwind syndrome is focused on managing the symptoms. This may include medication for seizures if the person also has temporal lobe epilepsy. Psychotherapy may also be helpful. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Temporal lobe epilepsy]] | * [[Temporal lobe epilepsy]] | ||
* [[Behavioral neurology]] | * [[Behavioral neurology]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | [[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | ||
[[Category:Syndromes]] | [[Category:Syndromes]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:31, 4 April 2025
| Geschwind syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Gastaut-Geschwind syndrome |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hypergraphia, hyperreligiosity, atypical sexuality, circumstantiality, intensified mental life |
| Complications | Social dysfunction, emotional instability |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Temporal lobe epilepsy |
| Risks | Seizures, temporal lobe abnormalities |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, neuroimaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antiepileptic drugs, psychotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Geschwind syndrome is a behavioral condition that is characterized by hypergraphia, hyperreligiosity, atypical sexuality, circumstantiality, and altered eating habits. It is named after Norman Geschwind, an American neurologist who described the syndrome in his research.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Geschwind syndrome include:
- Hypergraphia: An overwhelming urge to write.
- Hyperreligiosity: An increased interest in religious activities.
- Atypical sexuality: Changes in sexual behavior, often a decreased interest in sex.
- Circumstantiality: Speech that is very detailed and lengthy, often excessively so.
- Altered eating habits: Changes in eating habits, often an increased interest in food.
Causes[edit]
Geschwind syndrome is often associated with temporal lobe epilepsy and is thought to be caused by changes in the brain's temporal lobe. However, the exact cause is not known.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Geschwind syndrome is based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. There are no specific tests for the condition, but brain imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan may be used to rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Geschwind syndrome is focused on managing the symptoms. This may include medication for seizures if the person also has temporal lobe epilepsy. Psychotherapy may also be helpful.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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