scholarly journals Acute and transient psychoses: clinical and nosological issues

2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 292-300 ◽  
Author(s):  
Augusto Castagnini ◽  
Gian Maria Galeazzi
Keyword(s):  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Cycloid Psychosis ◽  
Dsm 5 ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Icd 10

SummaryThis article examines the clinical, epidemiological and nosological aspects of short-lived psychotic disorders as currently classified under ‘acute and transient psychotic disorders' in ICD-10 and ‘brief psychotic disorder’ in DSM-5. After describing earlier diagnostic concepts such as bouffée délirante, cycloid psychosis, reactive psychosis and schizophreniform psychosis, we present an overview of the literature and discuss implications for classification, diagnosis and treatment of these conditions, pointing out differences from longer-lasting psychotic disorders.

scholarly journals Diagnostic validity of ICD-10 acute and transient psychotic disorders and DSM-5 brief psychotic disorder

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 ◽  
pp. 104-113 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.C. Castagnini ◽  
P. Fusar-Poli
Keyword(s):  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Case Identification ◽  
Migrant Populations ◽  
Diagnostic Categories ◽  
Dsm 5 ◽  
Characteristic Family ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Icd 10

AbstractBackground:Short-lived psychotic disorders are currently classified under “acute and transient psychotic disorders” (ATPDs) in ICD-10, and “brief psychotic disorder” (BPD) in DSM-5. This study's aim is to review the literature and address the validity of ATPDs and BPD.Method:Papers published between January 1993 and December 2016 were identified through searches in Web of Science. Reference lists in the located papers provided further sources.Results:A total of 295 articles were found and 100 were included in the review. There were only a few studies about the epidemiology, vulnerability factors, neurobiological correlates and treatment of these disorders, particularly little interest seems to exist in BPD. The available evidence suggests that short-lived psychotic disorders are rare conditions and more often affect women in early to middle adulthood. They also are neither associated with premorbid dysfunctions nor characteristic family predisposition, while there seems to be greater evidence of environmental factors particularly in developing countries and migrant populations. Follow-up studies report a favourable clinical and functional outcome, but case identification has proved difficult owing to high rates of transition mainly either to schizophrenia and related disorders or, to a lesser extent, affective disorders over the short- and longer-terms.Conclusions:Although the lack of neurobiological findings and little predictive power argue against the validity of the above diagnostic categories, it is important that they are kept apart from longer-lasting psychotic disorders both for clinical practice and research. Close overlap between ATPDs and BPD could enhance the understanding of these conditions.

scholarly journals Conceptual Issues in Acute and Transient Psychotic Disorders

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Augusto C. Castagnini ◽  
German E. Berrios
Keyword(s):  
Diagnostic Criteria ◽  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Diagnostic Systems ◽  
Cycloid Psychosis ◽  
Statistical Manual ◽  
Diagnostic And Statistical Manual ◽  
Dsm 5 ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder

Short-lived psychotic disorders as currently listed under “acute and transient psychotic disorder,” ICD-11 Classification of Mental, Behavioural, and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, and “brief psychotic disorder,” Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), constitute a point of divergence in the classification of psychotic disorders between the 2 diagnostic systems, which reveals the lack of knowledge about these conditions. Whether this is due to conceptual shortcomings inherent to the categories themselves and which spill over onto research or reflects a mismatch between the diagnostic criteria used and research techniques needs clarification. This study aimed to examine conceptual issues involved in the development of the above categories and shows that little continuity exists between earlier nosological concepts such as bouffée délirante, cycloid psychosis, and reactive psychosis and modern descriptive categories used to classify short-lived psychotic disorders. It seems likely that shortcomings in terms of symptom completeness, specificity, and heterogeneity, in addition to changes in definition and diagnostic criteria in successive DSM and ICD versions, have hampered empirical research, making it difficult to enhance the understanding of these conditions and achieve a closer concordance between the 2 classificatory systems.

The concordance of ICD-10 acute and transient psychosis and DSM-IV brief psychotic disorder

2002 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 525-533 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. PILLMANN ◽  
A. HARING ◽  
S. BALZUWEIT ◽  
R. BLÖINK ◽  
A. MARNEROS
Keyword(s):  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Good Prognosis ◽  
Acute Onset ◽  
Schizophreniform Disorder ◽  
Not Otherwise Specified ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Icd 10 ◽  
Dsm Iv

Background. ICD-10 acute and transient psychotic disorder (ATPD; F23) and DSM-IV brief psychotic disorder (BPD; 298.8) are related diagnostic concepts, but little is known regarding the concordance of the two definitions.Method. During a 5-year period all in-patients with ATPD were identified; DSM-IV diagnoses were also determined. We systematically evaluated demographic and clinical features and carried out follow-up investigations at an average of 2·2 years after the index episode using standardized instruments.Results. Forty-two (4·1%) of 1036 patients treated for psychotic disorders or major affective episode fulfilled the ICD-10 criteria of ATPD. Of these, 61·9% also fulfilled the DSM-IV criteria of brief psychotic disorder; 31·0%, of schizophreniform disorder; 2·4%, of delusional disorder; and 4·8%, of psychotic disorder not otherwise specified. BPD showed significant concordance with the polymorphic subtype of ATPD, and DSM-IV schizophreniform disorder showed significant concordance with the schizophreniform subtype of ATPD. BPD patients had a significantly shorter duration of episode and more acute onset compared with those ATPD patients who did not meet the criteria of BPD (non-BPD). However, the BPD group and the non-BPD group of ATPD were remarkably similar in terms of sociodemography (especially female preponderance), course and outcome, which was rather favourable for both groups.Conclusions. DSM-IV BPD is a psychotic disorder with broad concordance with ATPD as defined by ICD-10. However, the DSM-IV time criteria for BPD may be too narrow. The group of acute psychotic disorders with good prognosis extends beyond the borders of BPD and includes a subgroup of DSM-IV schizophreniform disorder.

Atypical psychosis – historical and current perspective

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S362-S362
Author(s):  
M.A. Aleixo ◽  
C.A. Moreira ◽  
G. Sobreira ◽  
J. Oliveira ◽  
L. Carvalhão Gil
Keyword(s):  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Case Identification ◽  
Current Perspective ◽  
Pubmed Database ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Icd 10 ◽  
History Of ◽  
Competing Interest ◽  
Definition Of

IntroductionClinical concepts regarding atypical psychosis such as the French bouffeé délirante, the German cycloid psychosis, and the Scandinavian reactive and schizophreniform psychoses are now under the category of F23 ‘Acute and transient psychotic disorders’ (ATPD) of the tenth revision of the International Classification of Mental and Behavioural Disorders (ICD-10).AimsThe authors’ aim is to highlight the clinical and scientific relevance of atypical psychosis from the historical concepts to the current perspective.MethodsA Pubmed database search using as keywords “atypical psychosis”, “acute and transient psychotic disorders”, and “brief psychotic disorder” and retrieved papers were selected according to their relevance.ResultsDifferent psychiatric schools, often of a regional or national character, have provided concepts for transient psychotic states. The acute and transient psychotic disorders of ICD-10 and the brief psychotic disorder of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) reflect the diversity of the history of such concepts. The available evidence suggests that case identification and follow-up is difficult in ATPD due to the heterogeneous and infrequent nature of this clinical phenomenon. Furthermore ATPD has a low diagnostic stability and there are few studies focused on brief psychotic disorders.ConclusionsThe present definition of acute and transient psychotic disorders and brief psychotic disorder, while taking into account the history of the concepts involved, leave many questions open to further studies.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

Clinical manifestations in patients with acute and transient psychosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S363-S364
Author(s):  
Á. López Díaz ◽  
A. Soler Iborte ◽  
S. Galiano Rus ◽  
J.L. Fernández González ◽  
J.I. Aznarte López
Keyword(s):  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
International Classification Of Diseases ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Classification Of Diseases ◽  
Icd 10 ◽  
Competing Interest

IntroductionThe term, acute and transient psychosis, is comprehended as a heterogeneous group of disorders, which share, as a common feature, the abrupt and brief deployment of typical psychotic behaviour, either polymorph, delusional, or schizophreniform. This diversity of symptoms may also be present in other psychotic disorders, for which, some authors question its reliability.ObjetiveTo analyse the clinical manifestations present in acute and transient psychotic disorders (ATPD), and determine the differences between its different subcategories.MethodRetrospective chart review study of adult patients admitted in our psychiatric unit between 2011 and 2015, with a mean diagnosis of ATPD at hospital discharge. Diagnostic criteria was according to the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10). Symptoms were divided under operative procedures, as set out in psychopatologic descriptions. For methodological reasons, statistical analysis was conducted between polymorphic features group (PM) and nonpolymorphic group (NPM). Chi-squared test and Fisher's exact test (as appropriate) were performed, using MedCalc software.ResultsThirty-nine patients met the inclusion criteria. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder with and without symptoms of schizophrenia (39%), acute schizophrenia-like psychotic disorder (20%), acute predominantly delusional psychotic disorder (23%), other and NOS (18%). There were statistically significant differences between PM and NPM groups in emotional turmoil (>PM, P = 0.0006), grossly disorganized or abnormal motor behaviour (>PM, P = 0.0038), and type of onset (sudden >PM, P = 0.0145).ConclusionCurrently, the same concept encompasses two categories (PM and NPM) to be differentiated. The ATPD construct is under review, due its long-term instability.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

Overview of Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
James A. Wilcox ◽  
Donald W. Black
Keyword(s):  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Schizoaffective Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Premature Death ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Schizophreniform Disorder ◽  
Schizophrenia Spectrum ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
The Individual

Psychotic disorders are among the most disabling conditions and constitute a major public health problem. Described throughout recorded time, they affect as many as 5% of the population and cause a disproportionate amount of suffering and loss to society. In the chapter on schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, the DSM-5 lists delusional disorder, brief psychotic disorder, schizophreniform disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder, as well as categories for substance- or medically induced psychotic disorders. The term psychosis indicates that the individual has a severe inability to interpret the surrounding environment in a realistic way. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, and bizarre behavior. Psychotic disorders are associated with premature death, mostly attributable to suicide. The pathophysiology and etiology of psychotic disorders are only now beginning to be understood, and treatment for these conditions remains suboptimal. Researchers are currently refining the cause of these symptoms and developing more effective treatments.   This review contains 3 tables, and 34 references. Key words: Brief psychotic disorder, delusions, hallucinations, psychosis, schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder

CYCLOID PSYCHOSIS AND BRIEF PSYCHOTIC DISORDER: A COMPARATIVE STUDY

2010 ◽  
Vol 117 (2-3) ◽  
pp. 417
Author(s):  
Rafael Rodríguez ◽  
Alba Roca ◽  
Cristina Pujol ◽  
Irene Ramos ◽  
Sara Cardona ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Cycloid Psychosis ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder

is the Brief Psychotic Disorder a Distinct Nosologic Entity?: A Longitudinal Study of 80 Patients

2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (S1) ◽  
pp. 1-1
Author(s):  
L. Rodriguez Incio ◽  
I. Grande Fullana ◽  
V. Sánchez Gistau ◽  
M. Bernardo Arroyo ◽  
E. Parellada Rodón
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Psychiatric Inpatient ◽  
Psychotic Episode ◽  
Inpatient Service ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Dsm Iv ◽  
Nosologic Entity

Introduction:The DSM-IV-TR category “brief psychotic disorder” includes different concepts that have been defined before like bouffée délirante, cycloid psychosis and “acute and transient psychosis” in the last ICD-10. Limited prospective studies have been done, and they all show a marked diagnostic instability during follow-up. According to that, its independent nosologic entity is still uncertain.Aims:To determine the diagnostic stability of the brief psychotic disorders as well as their distinct clinical features.Method:Observational, retrospective, longitudinal study of 80 consecutive patients admitted at the acute psychiatric inpatient service of a general hospital between 2000 and 2006. at discharge, all of them fulfilled diagnostic criteria for “brief psychotic disorder” according to DSM-IV. Demographic and psychopathological data were analysed.Results:Mean age (SD) was 31.3 (9.5), most of them women (63%). the most frequent previous stressor was related to labour, while up to 45% didn't report any. 51% had no psychiatric family history. 15 (19%) patients previously had a brief psychotic episode. Psychopathological disturbances identified were: thought disorder 69%, anxiety 66.6%, insomnia 57.7%, suspiciousness 53.5%, rapidly changing delusions 53.3% (paranoid contents 75.3%), perplexity 46.5%, auditory hallucinations 45.1%, mood lability 36.6%, elation 23.9%, depressed mood 22.5% and irritability 12.7%. in the 24 month follow-up, 32.5% changed diagnosis to schizophrenia, 3"9% to schizoaffective, 10% to bipolar disorder and 16.9% achieved clinical remission. 28.5% were lost to follow-up.Conclusion:“Brief psychotic disorder” category is still uncertain and more data may be necessary to clarify if it should remain as a distinct nosologic entity.

Acute psychosis in an adolescent with cerebral palsy

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S348-S348
Author(s):  
C.A. Moreira ◽  
A.R. Soares ◽  
G. Maia
Keyword(s):  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychotic Disorders ◽  
Inflammatory Diseases ◽  
Clinical Investigation ◽  
Female Adolescent ◽  
Psychotic Symptoms ◽  
Antipsychotic Treatment ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Pubmed Search

IntroductionCerebral Palsy is a movement, posture or muscle toning disorder caused by an insult to the immature, developing brain, most often before birth. It is a leading cause for serious disabilities in childhood and a risk factor for the development of psychiatric disorders, particularly in adolescents. Moreover, according to DSM-5, a Brief psychotic disorder is a short-term illness with psychotic symptoms, which arise suddenly, but last for less than one month, after which the person recovers completely.Objectives/AimsThe authors aim to present a case of an adolescent with cerebral palsy who has developed secondary psychotic symptoms, a rare and sparsely understood phenomenon.MethodsA non-systematic review of English scientific literature was conducted through research in the PubMed search engine, using the keywords “Cerebral Palsy” and “Brief Psychotic Disorder”.ResultsA 16-year-old female adolescent with history of Cerebral Palsy (due to neonatal anoxia) was admitted in the paediatric ward due to behaviour disorder characterized by incoherent speech, full insomnia, agitation and auto/alo-aggression. A complete clinical investigation was performed, in which trauma, organic brain injury, degenerative and inflammatory diseases, infection or toxic ingestion were all excluded. The hypothesis of an acute psychotic disorder was considered and after antipsychotic treatment, a total remission of the symptoms was obtained.ConclusionsAlthough rare, the association between cerebral palsy and psychotic disorders should be considered in the diagnostic investigation of behavioural changes. Early identification allows a proper therapeutic intervention and a better quality of life.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

Brief psychotic disorder with delusion content related to the COVID-19 outbreak

Psychiatriki ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kyriaki Marouda ◽  
Leonidas Mantonakis ◽  
Konstantinos Kollias
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Psychiatric Symptoms ◽  
Stressful Life Event ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Strong Relationship ◽  
Brief Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Icd 10 ◽  
History Of

The COVID-19 outbreak has affected millions of people globally and it also has a huge psychological impact. The objective of this case report is to outline the possible effect of the COVID-19 pandemic to the content of delusions in patients with psychosis. Α 34-year-old male with no history of mental disorder, involuntarily hospitalized due to agitation and aggression towards others, experienced grandiose delusions, referential delusions and delusions of passivity. The content of all his delusions was related to the COVID-19 pandemic. His symptoms were not proven to be caused by any physical condition or substance use disorder. He was prescribed olanzapine 10mg bd and lorazepam 2,5mg td and demonstrated significant improvement with a complete subsidence of his symptoms within a week. He was discharged after a total of 13 days with an ICD-10 diagnosis of brief psychotic disorder. At his 6 months follow-up, he reported no psychiatric symptoms. Existing literature indicates a strong relationship between life experiences and the content of delusions. This case report highlights how the stressful life event of the COVID-19 outbreak affected the content of our patient’s delusions.

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