Cotard syndrome, conceptual artwork
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Cotard syndrome, conceptual artwork
Cotard syndrome. Conceptual artwork of a woman in a coffin on a psychiatrists couch, representing a patient with the rare Cotard syndrome. Patients with this syndrome suffer a range of symptoms, including the belief that they are dead. It is thought to be due to a malfunction of the emotional aspects of face-recognition circuits in the brain. Patients attribute their failure to recognise those around them to being dead
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This thought-provoking conceptual artwork captures the essence of Cotard syndrome, a rare and perplexing condition that affects individuals' perception of their own existence. The image portrays a woman lying inside a coffin placed on a psychiatrist's couch, symbolizing the patient's struggle with this disorder. Cotard syndrome manifests in various symptoms, most notably the delusional belief that one is dead. This extraordinary phenomenon stems from an abnormality in the brain's emotional face-recognition circuits, leading patients to attribute their failure to recognize others as evidence of their own demise. The illustration depicts an adult female patient seeking therapy from a male psychologist in a white background setting. It highlights the profound impact this condition has on human emotion and cognition while emphasizing the significance of mental health support and counseling for those affected. Through its powerful imagery, this artwork invites viewers to contemplate the complexities surrounding Cotard syndrome and challenges our understanding of neurological disorders. By shedding light on such enigmatic conditions, it encourages dialogue between disciplines like psychiatry, neurology, and cognitive science. Created by Science Photo Library in collaboration with Jules Cotard (after whom the syndrome is named), this print serves as both an educational tool and artistic expression. It prompts us to reflect upon our perceptions of reality while fostering empathy towards individuals grappling with uncommon psychological experiences like Cotard delusion or "walking corpse" syndrome.
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