A series of drawings of a patient with schizophrenia-like psychosis associated with epilepsy: Captured illustration of multifaced selfexpression

Introduction. Drawings may give an insight into the complex mental process, however they have been underutilized in patients with psychosis associated with epilepsy. Case report. A 33-year-old, right handed female, diagnosed with schizophrenia- like psychosis associated with epilepsy, was treated in...

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Published inVojnosanitetski pregled Vol. 73; no. 6; pp. 588 - 591
Main Author Mandic-Gajic, Gordana
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Military Health Department, Ministry of Defance, Serbia 01.01.2016
Subjects
ambulatory care
art therapy
comorbidity
epilepsy
psychology
psychotic disorders
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Summary:Introduction. Drawings may give an insight into the complex mental process, however they have been underutilized in patients with psychosis associated with epilepsy. Case report. A 33-year-old, right handed female, diagnosed with schizophrenia- like psychosis associated with epilepsy, was treated in the Day Unit due to psychosocial rehabilitation. Besides other treatments, the patient underwent group analysis of drawings once a week. Qualitative analysis of the form and content of drawings made by free associations were performed. The varying of size and motives with vivid colours and the curve of perspective were documentated in three figures, followed by the last drawing which was without such elements. Conclusion. A series of drawings of patients with psychosis associated with epilepsy is needed to record a possible variations and disturbance of the immediate mental process. Group sessions may additionally contribute to diminish stigma and enhance psychosocial reintegration. nema
ISSN:0042-8450
2406-0720
DOI:10.2298/VSP150424089M