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Catatonia in Preadolescent Children.

Lara De Stefano¹, Alexander Palffy, Neera Ghaziuddin

¹From the Psychiatry Department, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor MI.

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Prepubescent catatonia, often overlooked, is linked to neurodevelopmental disorders and regression in young children. Early recognition is crucial for timely and effective treatment of this condition.

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Pediatric Neurology
Child Psychiatry

Background:

Catatonia in prepubescent children is under-documented and frequently missed in clinical settings.
This study addresses the gap in understanding early-onset catatonia.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the characteristics of catatonia in very young children.
To highlight the diagnostic challenges and associated conditions in prepubescent catatonia.

Main Methods:

Retrospective review of 10 patients under 12 years old diagnosed with catatonia.
Data extracted from electronic medical records included demographics, comorbidities, developmental history, and treatment.
Bush Francis Catatonia Rating Scales were used to assess symptom severity.

Main Results:

70% of patients had a prior diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
Comorbid conditions were present in all but one patient.
Regression was a noted symptom in all cases, irrespective of autism spectrum disorder diagnosis.

Conclusions:

Prepubescent catatonia shares similarities with adolescent presentations, including association with neurodevelopmental disorders, regression, and comorbidities.
Delayed diagnosis can impede prompt and effective treatment for catatonia in young children.