Tag: disorder
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Hidden Awareness in Patients with Severe Brain Injuries: Are We Underestimating Consciousness?
A groundbreaking study has revealed that patients with severe brain injuries, previously believed to be completely unresponsive, may still possess a surprising degree of cognitive awareness. The research, conducted across six international centers, suggests that one in four individuals diagnosed with conditions like coma or a vegetative state might be “listening” and even understanding their… Read more
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Exploring Jerusalem Syndrome: A Rare and Mysterious Psychotic Disorder
Jerusalem, Israel – Jerusalem Syndrome, a rare psychiatric phenomenon, has captured the attention of both mental health professionals and the public due to its unique characteristics. First described in the 1930s by Israeli psychiatrist Heinz Herman, the syndrome manifests as an acute psychotic state in some tourists visiting the holy city. Though debated within the… Read more