Dissociative Schizophrenia

Ross, Colin A.

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“…About 50% of dissociative cases also meet criteria for schizophrenia, which is one reason why 27-41% of them were initially diagnosed with psychosis (Renard et al, 2017). Ross (2018) also presents a concept of dissociative psychosis arguing that some patients with psychosis may have comorbid dissociative symptoms. From the clinical perspective, however, it seems reasonable to differentiate between psychotic and dissociative structures because different types of treatment will be recommended for them (Moskowitz et al, 2019).…”

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Delusions of Possession and Religious Coping in Schizophrenia: A Qualitative Study of Four Cases

2021

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The notion of evil spirits influencing human behavior or mental processes is used in many cultures to justify various symptoms or experiences. It is also expressed in psychotic delusions of possession, but there is limited research in this area. This study explores how patients with schizophrenia came to the conclusion that they were possessed, and how this affected help-seeking. Interviews with two men and two women about their experiences and meaning-making were subjected to interpretative phenomenological analysis. Three main themes were identified: (1) Links between traumatic experiences and psychotic symptoms, (2) The emergence of religious themes in delusional contents, and (3) Reluctance to use medical treatment and instead to seek exorcism. In each case, attributing problems to possession was supported by the local environment and media, led to seeking spiritual help, and delayed diagnostic assessment and treatment. However, using religious coping contributed to the sense of predictability and social support. Clinicians are encouraged to explore the experiences and conflicts expressed by the symptoms which people ascribe to possession and to negotiate alternative explanatory models with their patients.

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Delusions of Possession and Religious Coping in Schizophrenia: A Qualitative Study of Four Cases

2021

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Faraway So Close: Schizophrenia and Dissociation From Clinical, Phenomenological, and Ontogenetic Viewpoints

Poletti

Raballo

2023

Schizophrenia Bulletin

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The “Hysterical Psychosis” Dilemma: A Narrative Review

Rinaldi,

Sacchetto,

Di Francia

et al. 2024

Psychopathology

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Background: Hysteria in its most severe expression may reach psychotic manifestations. Such symptomatology has been occasionally described by various authors starting from the 19th century and defined as “hysterical psychosis” (HP) by Hollender and Hirsch in 1964. Currently, diagnostic psychiatric manuals such as DSM and ICD do not include the diagnosis of HP, although this term is commonly used in clinical practice. This raises a well-known problem with case definition due to an inconsistent use of terminology. Summary: Here, we propose a review of the literature that aims to highlight the clinical features of HP endorsed by the majority of authors, such as histrionic premorbid personality, acute reactive onset, short duration, altered state of consciousness, unstable delusions, typical hallucinations, labile mood, lack of flat affect. In the discussion, we focus on the differential diagnosis between HP and other diagnoses such as brief psychosis and schizophrenia, trying to point out aspects of distinction and continuity. Key Messages: The debate about this nosographic entity still remains a huge dilemma and needs further contributions.

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Dissociative Schizophrenia

Cited by 3 publications

References 40 publications

Delusions of Possession and Religious Coping in Schizophrenia: A Qualitative Study of Four Cases

Delusions of Possession and Religious Coping in Schizophrenia: A Qualitative Study of Four Cases

Faraway So Close: Schizophrenia and Dissociation From Clinical, Phenomenological, and Ontogenetic Viewpoints

The “Hysterical Psychosis” Dilemma: A Narrative Review

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