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Pseudo-narcolepsy: case report.

Authors :
Hicks, Jane A.
Shapiro, Colin M.
Source :
Journal of Psychiatry & Neuroscience. Sep99, Vol. 24 Issue 4, p348. 3p.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Presents a case study on hysterical conversion disorder or pseudo-narcolepsy. Symptoms of narcolepsy; History of excessive daytime sleepiness, hallucinations, cataplectic attacks and migraine; Response to methylphenidate; Impact of patient's disclosure about her sexual relation on her symptoms; Explanations for the sleep symptoms of patients.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
11804882
Volume :
24
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Psychiatry & Neuroscience
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
2370643