Delusional misidentification syndromes (DMSs) are complex psychotic phenomena that may
be present in a variety of ways within the context of several neurological and psychiatric …

Intentional ingestion and insertion of foreign objects is a topic that has generated mounting
interest among medical professionals over the past two decades. When featured in the …

The Internet has grown into a world of its own, and its ethereal space now offers capabilities
that could aid physicians in their duties in numerous ways. In recent years software functions …

The Internet provides an infinite platform for the portrayal of lethal events. Beyond mere
display, however, it dispenses information, allows for participation and sharing of content, and …

Tattoos have held different meanings throughout history, with particular significance in cultural,
social, and clinical contexts. Psychiatrists have long been interested in understanding the …

A variety of sexual behaviors occur online, including those that are highly unusual or even
plainly illicit. There is a growing body of literature pertaining to sexual abuse of minors that …

Medical practitioners are revisiting many of the ethics and the legal implications surrounding
the clinical frameworks within which we operate. In today’s world, distinguishing between …

The Internet has increasingly become an intrinsic part of everyday life, offering countless
possibilities for education, services, recreation, and more. In fact, an entire virtual life within the …

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a medical treatment that involves the electrical stimulation
of the brain under general anesthesia. This treatment modality has been utilized worldwide …

Mr. B, age 35, has a history of schizophrenia, chronic paranoid type and has been hospitalized
more than 12 times since its onset 10 years ago. He received clozapine during his most …