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  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Medical College Hospital, Calicut, India. rajgiggsmohan@yahoo.com

Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
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Camptocormia, a severe spinal flexion disorder, can be linked to behavioral issues. This case highlights camptocormia in an adolescent with oppositional defiant disorder and moderate intellectual disability.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Developmental Pediatrics

Background:

  • Camptocormia is a severe spinal flexion disorder, often associated with conversion disorder and behavioral problems.
  • Adolescent onset of camptocormia presents unique diagnostic and management challenges.

Observation:

  • A case report details a 2-year history of camptocormia in a South Indian adolescent girl.
  • The patient exhibited oppositional defiant disorder and moderate mental retardation.

Findings:

  • This case illustrates a complex presentation of camptocormia co-occurring with significant behavioral and cognitive comorbidities.
  • The interplay between conversion disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and mental retardation in camptocormia is explored.

Implications:

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  • Understanding the multifaceted nature of camptocormia is crucial for effective treatment planning in adolescents.
  • This case underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing pediatric patients with complex neurological and psychiatric conditions.