Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Abstract

Alcoholism and Catatonia: An Underappreciated Relationship

Caitlin Snow, Daniela Guisado and Dimitry Francois

Catatonia is a complex neuropsychiatric syndrome that has been described in medical literature since the 16th century. Lifethreatening complications involving every organ system can ensue, signaling high levels of associated morbidity and mortality. To this day, little is known about the etiology of catatonia. Catatonia occurs most frequently in patients with affective disorders and schizophrenia, and is more common in medical or neurologic conditions