Limbic system dysfunction as a factor in some schizophreniform psychoses: case report and overview.
A case is presented of a young woman whose schizophreniform psychosis was unresponsive to neuroleptic treatment, but who subsequently responded well to Carbamazepine. Several converging lines of investigation, suggesting an underlying Limbic System dysfunction, are discussed. Background to the Limbic System concept is provided.
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MacCrimmon
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Jones
D000328:Adult; D002220:Carbamazepine / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008032:Limbic System / Q000503:physiopathology*; D011618:Psychotic Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology*
D002220:Carbamazepine