September 16, 2025European PsychiatryOpen Access

Retarded Catatonia in a 16-Year-Old Male With Schizo-Obsessive Disorder

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Case report identifies challenges in treating catatonia in schizo-obsessive disorder, indicating long-term ECT may be necessary.

The patient experienced significant improvements in catatonia symptoms after 20 ECT sessions, highlighting treatment efficacy.
Initial diagnosis shifted from obsessive compulsive disorder to schizo-obsessive disorder, demonstrating diagnostic fluidity.
Agitation and psychotic symptoms prompted the use of lorazepam and ECT, underlining the complex treatment approach needed.
A tailored approach in psychiatric treatment was emphasized, advocating flexibility to adapt as symptoms evolve.

Bolat et al. (2025) studied this question.

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