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Developmental topographical disorientation (DTD) is a navigational deficit without brain damage. This case reveals structural connectivity issues and impaired cognitive mapping, potentially linked to face recognition deficits.

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  • Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Developmental Disorders

Background:

  • Developmental topographical disorientation (DTD) is characterized by impaired navigational abilities.
  • This condition occurs without evidence of congenital or acquired brain damage.

Observation:

  • A case study of LISA, a 22-year-old woman with normal development, was conducted over 5 years.
  • MRI showed no morphological alterations, but DTI revealed reduced fractional anisotropy (FA) in parieto-prefrontal and parieto-premotor pathways.
  • LISA exhibited deficits in spatial navigation, cognitive map formation, and face encoding/retrieval.

Findings:

  • The case supports the existence of DTD subtypes.
  • DTD may co-occur with deficits in facial recognition.
  • A potential common developmental defect in mental imagery skills might underlie both cognitive mapping and face recognition.

Implications:

  • Highlights the need for comprehensive neurocognitive and behavioral assessment in DTD.
  • Suggests further research into the relationship between spatial cognition and face processing.
  • Contributes to a deeper understanding of this specific neurodevelopmental disorder.