Understanding Catatonia and Its Treatments

This chapter explores the administration of benzodiazepines to treat catatonia, detailing the immediate effects observed in patients. It discusses the relationship between catatonia and underlying illnesses, as well as the importance of monitoring dosages and responses. The chapter also covers alternative treatments like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and clarifies the differences between catatonia and related conditions such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome.