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Capgras syndrome in adolescence.

R S Jackson1, M W Naylor, B N Shain

  • 1University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry, Ann Arbor.

Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Capgras syndrome, a rare delusion of substitution in adolescents, may stem from impaired neuroanatomical connections. This condition might involve a failure to recognize the authenticity of familiar individuals despite clear recognition.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Capgras syndrome is a rare delusional misidentification disorder.
  • Its occurrence in adolescents is exceptionally uncommon.
  • The etiology remains debated, with biological and psychological factors implicated.

Observation:

  • Presents two adolescent cases of Capgras syndrome.
  • Reviews biological, neuropsychological, and psychodynamic literature.
  • Highlights the rarity and diagnostic challenges in adolescent populations.

Findings:

  • Suggests psychological processes are mediated by neuroanatomical connections.
  • Hypothesizes a core deficit in acknowledging personal authenticity.
  • Links the delusion to specific neural pathway dysfunctions.

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Implications:

  • Provides a neurobiological framework for understanding Capgras syndrome in youth.
  • Suggests novel avenues for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Contributes to the understanding of delusion formation and reality testing.