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[Capgras syndrome--observations in 2 schizophrenic patients]
Folia Psychiatrica Et Neurologica Japonica
|January 1, 1985
Summary
Two additional Capgras syndrome cases in schizophrenic patients highlight the role of sudden hatred towards family and delusional interpretations in syndrome development. These findings offer insights into the complex etiology of this rare neurological disorder.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Capgras syndrome is a rare delusional misidentification syndrome.
- Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder characterized by psychosis.
- The etiology of Capgras syndrome, particularly in schizophrenic patients, requires further elucidation.