Demo Chapter – Definition of Catatonia

DEMO CHAPTER:

Definition of Catatonia

Catatonia is a syndrome that comprises a group of movement and behavioral disturbances that change over time.  These symptoms occur in the context of insults to the brain that stem from medical illnesses, mood disorders, or psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia.

In this course we’ll be discussing catatonia associated with schizophrenia.