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Auto-vampirism in schizophrenia.

Hans Mørch Jensen1, Henrik Day Poulsen

  • 1Psychiatric Department C, Aarhus University Hospital, DK-8240 Risskov, Denmark.

Nordic Journal of Psychiatry
|March 1, 2002
PubMed
Summary

This case study details auto-vampirism in a schizophrenic woman, where it was a delusion linked to purification. Auto-vampirism, though rare, is a treatable symptom of schizophrenia.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry and Mental Health
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Vampirism and auto-vampirism are historically documented but exceptionally rare phenomena.
  • A recognized link exists between vampiric behaviors and mental health disorders, particularly schizophrenia.

Observation:

  • This case study focuses on a 35-year-old female diagnosed with schizophrenia.
  • The patient exhibited auto-vampirism, which was assessed using the Present State Examination for diagnostic validity.

Findings:

  • Auto-vampirism was identified as a component of a bizarre delusion centered on a purification process.
  • The patient experienced depersonalization and auditory commanding hallucinations, which motivated the auto-vampiric behavior.

Implications:

  • Auto-vampirism, while infrequent, can manifest as a clinical symptom in schizophrenia.
  • Recognition of auto-vampirism as a symptom allows for targeted therapeutic interventions and treatment.

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