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[Periodic psychosis in adolescence]
1Institut für Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie, Heckscher-Klinik, Universität München.
Zeitschrift Fur Kinder- Und Jugendpsychiatrie
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Periodic psychosis of puberty, linked to the menstrual cycle, is an endocrine disorder. Its variable course includes remission or transition to other psychoses, treated pharmacologically.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Endocrinology
- Gynecology
Background:
- Emil Kraepelin noted the link between psychotic episodes and the menstrual cycle early in the 20th century.
- The scientific elucidation of this phenomenon as a primary endocrine disorder occurred decades later.
- The German literature has historically given limited attention to this condition, named 'periodic psychosis of puberty' in 1963.
Observation:
- This article provides a literature overview.
- Symptoms and the course of the disorder are described.
- Two illustrative cases are reported.
Findings:
- The course of periodic psychosis of puberty is variable.
- Spontaneous remission can occur over time.
- Transition into other forms of psychosis is also possible.
Implications:
- Understanding the endocrine basis of periodic psychosis of puberty is crucial.
- Pharmacological treatment is the current standard of care.
- Further research may refine therapeutic strategies for this condition.