Cotard's Syndrome
Cotard's Syndrome (pronounced: ko-tarz sin-drome), also known as Walking Corpse Syndrome or Cotard Delusion, is a rare mental disorder in which the affected person holds the delusional belief that they are dead, do not exist, are putrefying, or have lost their blood or internal organs.
Etymology
The syndrome is named after Jules Cotard, a French neurologist, who first described the condition in 1880. The term "Cotard's Syndrome" was later coined by Jules Séglas in 1893.
Symptoms
Cotard's Syndrome is characterized by a number of symptoms, the most significant being the delusional belief of being dead or non-existent. Other symptoms may include anhedonia (the inability to feel pleasure), insomnia, anxiety, hallucinations, and neglect of personal hygiene.
Causes
The exact cause of Cotard's Syndrome is unknown. However, it is often associated with several other mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. It has also been linked to brain injury, migraines, and Parkinson's disease.
Treatment
Treatment for Cotard's Syndrome typically involves a combination of psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and medication such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cotard's Syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Cotard's Syndrome
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