Locked-In Syndrome Imagine a world in which human communication is executed through the simplicity of thought. No muscle action- no nodding, smiling, slapping, pointing, speaking, or feeling...just through the immobile and inconspicuous medium of thought. This is an example of a locked-in patient. In a locked-in condition, the patient's ability to move his/her limbs, neck, and even muscles is brought to an abrupt halt. Messages ordered by the brain do not reach the muscles that consequently
Locked-In Syndrome and PVS: Implications for Brain = Behavior During our first few class sessions, I became very intrigued by the brain = behavior idea and the I-function. I kept searching for what I thought to be an easy way to approach these complicated issues. We discussed extensively the example of Christopher Reeve, as someone with an intact I-function, but who has lost a certain element of connectedness between total I-function control and his actual body. I became very interested in how
Unlocking the Locked-In Syndrome Mystery “Sight and hearing were the only senses remaining, and they, like two solitary sparks, remained to animate the miserable body which seemed fit for nothing but the grave,” Alexandre Duma described Mr. Monsieur Noirtier de Villefort in his novel The Count of Monte Cristo in 1844 (1). This is the earliest reference known of locked-in syndrome (LIS) in literature (2). A case, which is most commonly a result of stroke, leaves its victim being fully aware and
Locked-in syndrome comprises damage to the pons (located in the brainstem). From prior lectures, I assume Bauby had impairment to hubs in the brainstem central for talking and facial movements. This clarifies Bauby’s inability to freely breathe, speak, chew and swallow food and liquids. From class dialogs, we discussed how the pons has vital neural passageways amid the cerebrum, spinal cord, and cerebellum. In locked-in syndrome, I assume there has to be some disruption
health condition is important for how those who have the condition understand themselves. Labels can empower and confine. Is “locked-in syndrome” a good descriptor of the experience of the author? No, the label “locked-in syndrome” is not a good descriptor of the author experience. The term “locked-in syndrome” when explained literally means that the patient is locked in his body and /or his head, but our author was able to touch the world and leave his imprints by getting his ideas and a story
with a menacing smirk streaked across his face, glaring vehemently into Mr Incredible’s eyes. Azure blue snakes gripped Mr Incredible’s wrists, absorbing all of his remaining strength, as he hung from the meticulously designed torture machine. Syndrome was overrun with lethal plans for Mr Incredible, and nothing would stand in his way to destroying him. “You sir, truly are Mr Incredible,” bellowed the arrogant beast. “I was right to idolise you. I always knew you were tough, but tricking the
like sympathizing with the victimizer, having admiration for them and even having feelings for their victimizer (Stuart von Wormer & Bartollas, 2011). This form of emotional bonding with an abuser/victimizer is referred to as Stockholm syndrome (Stockholm Syndrome, 2011). This is a phenomenon that was named after an incident that occurred in Stockholm, Sweden. In this incident, “four bank employees were held hostage in the bank’s vault for four days” (Stuart von Wormer & Bartollas, 2011, p. 251)
and has so many effects on different things. False memory is an apparent recollection of an event that did not actually occur. This syndrome comes up in a lot of cases today and has been for so long. It can be helpful at times but can also be dangerous. False memory is fascinating on how it works. Overall I think false memory is a striking topic as a whole. This syndrome is striking to me because of the things it can affect. It can change someone's life in either a good or bad way. This topic gives
in the past with little effort. This is known as Savant Syndrome, and Raymond is considered an Autistic Savant because of his apparent autism. In this essay you will learn about what an Autistic Savant is and why savant
Symptoms of hyponatremia differ in individuals depending on the severity. Most symptoms begin with lethargy even at mild levels. Individuals can often suffer from stomach aches, drowsiness, and vomiting. Admission to the hospital usually comes with severe symptoms such as lethargy, no orientation of time or place, and an altered state of conscious. After admittance to the hospital, routine bloodwork is completed in determining the initiating causes of these symptoms. If the results display sodium
Prader-Willi Syndrome Prader-Willi Syndrome is an unusual disorder rooting from the gene that is passed down to that person (Prader-Willi Syndrome). This disorder can act as an origin for a perpetual sensation of hunger as well as weak muscle tone and a minimal amount of sex hormones (Prader-Willi Syndrome) .This disorder is generally cause by the lacking pieces or defect in chromosome 15 in addition to the malfunction in the part of the brain that controls hunger.. Unfortunately, PWS
Child abuse is a subject many people try to overlook because of the taunting stories and misconceptions that are assumed by many oblivious people; Controversially, this subject manner should be something that people should educate themselves in, and should be aware that this is and urgent concern, and children are in desperate need of aid. One of the most common forms of child abuse is incest: Incest is any sexual contact or act between relatives, or with any individual the child believes to be
of Stockholm syndrome. Victims of Stockholm syndrome can exhibit insomnia, nightmares, general irritability, difficulty concentrating, confusion, distrust and flashbacks (Stockholm Syndrome). Victims can experience the same “gut” feelings, the same smells, the sense of terror, and all the other emotions they experienced at the time of the crisis. This is called emotional memory. It is your brain’s way of protecting you. This automatic function can make coping after Stockholm syndrome
there has been an uproar about death row inmates awaiting time for their executions. Despite the topic of the death penalty itself, which is already a heated topic, the death row phenomenon doesn’t help the argument whatsoever. Neither death row syndrome or death row phenomenon is recognized by the American Psychiatric Association. This term became about from ex-death row inmates who have continued to live a life of pure
clinical, I cared for a 74 year old female. Mrs. X came to Lake Ridge Health Whitby Hospital due to a right CVA and she was suffering from locked in syndrome. In addition to this Mrs. X’s medical history included, constipation, depression, anxiety, anemia, hypothyroidism, hyperlipidemia, a coccyx wound and dysphasia. Due to the clients diagnosis of locked in syndrome, she was unable to move or communicate verbally because of paralysis of most muscles (Palmieri, 2009). Mrs. X was aware and awake, but
Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS), sometimes referred to as an “abdominal migraine,” is a rare and unexplained disorder that is found in children and some adults (Gee, 1882). This disorder is characterized by bouts of vomiting that last from a few hours to several days (Bullard & Page, 2005). Cyclic vomiting syndrome is estimated to affect approximately two percent of children. Currently, researchers have been unable to determine what causes CVS, which is why it is known as a disease in disguise.
Euthanasia, a sensitive and delicate subject. The termination of someone who is very sick to relieve them of the suffering of their disease is a great moral dilemma. The debate on the ethics of Euthanasia can incite strong emotions on both sides of the argument, those who support the idea and those who oppose the idea with great dislike. I happen to believe that euthanasia or assisted suicide is not as morally wrong as some people make it out to be. Does an individual on his deathbed not have the
nervous system consists of all the neurons in the body outside of the brain and spinal cord which provide sensory and motor connections and information to and from the CNS. Define: sensory deprivation; “locked-in syndrome”. Sensory deprivation is when one is deprived of all external sensory input. Locked-in
would be killed for doing so. Jamal knew that he and Latika would be together in the end because he would not stop trying to find her until he did. In the Diving Bell and The Butterfly Jean-Dominique Bauby dictated a memoir of his life with locked in syndrome and eventually regained movement in his neck. Once Bauby superseded his depressed state he became very driven and would not give up his desire to finish dictating his book, he was also desired to regain movement which drove him to work hard
a day, inmates are locked tight in their cells. Many of them read, write, and even do arts and crafts. Inmates can also receive psychological services and counseling, more times than