A case of Cotard's syndrome associated with self-starvation.
Cotard's syndrome is a psychotic condition often associated with nihilistic delusions. This syndrome can be associated with destructive behaviors directed at the self and/or others. In this report we highlight the psychiatric-legal issues involving a case of Cotard's syndrome associated with self-starvation.
Silva
J A
JA
Palo Alto Veterans Health Care System, Menlo Park Division, CA, USA.
Leong
G B
GB
Weinstock
R
R
Gonzales
C L
CL
D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001714:Bipolar Disorder / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D003617:Dangerous Behavior; D003702:Delusions / Q000150:complications / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012648:Self Care; D013217:Starvation / Q000150:complications / Q000523:psychology*
D000928:Antidepressive Agents; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents