Origin
What does a person with this syndrome believe?
They believe they are missing body parts, they lost their soul, or they died.
Which mental illness has similar symptoms?
Schitzophrenia
What mental illnesses can lead to Cotard's syndrome?
Depression, Anxiety, schizophrenia, and substance abuse.
Who is most likely to have this disorder?
Women
What year was the syndrome first discovered?
1882
Which ADL's are effected?
Hygiene, physical health, and feeding
What types of brain damage can lead to Cotard's syndrome?
Stroke, tumor, blood clot
About how many cases are there worldwide?
200
What is the name of the neurologist who discovered walking corpse syndrome?
Dr. Jules Cotard
Are people with this syndrome very social?
No. They may stop talking
What mental illness is more common in teens with Cotard's?
Bipolar
Are there diagnostic tools used for this syndrome?
No
Where was the first case discovered?
France
People with this disorder are not at risk of harming themselves.
False
Which therapy is most common for treatment of Cotard's syndrome?
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
What is the name of the person with Cotard's who was studied in 2013?
Graham
Auditory hallucinations are possible
True
What medications can be used for treatment?
Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers
What are possible patient's of Cotard's told to journal?
Duration and time of symptoms