Hoarding Disorder in a patient with Schizophrenia: case report

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1594202415021

• Palavras-chave: Hoarding Disorder; schizophrenia; CAPS.

• Keywords: Hoarding Disorder; schizophrenia; CAPS.

• Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Hoarding Disorder (ED) is defined as a persistent inability to dispose of possessions, regardless of their actual value (DSM-5). Hoarding behavior is observed among patients with schizophrenia, dementia and other neurocognitive disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. OBJECTIVE: To report a case of Hoarding Disorder in a patient with Schizophrenia followed up at a Psychosocial Care Center (CAPS) in the city of Recife, PE, Brazil. METHODS: Observational, descriptive and retrospective study was carried out by analyzing the information contained in the medical records of a patient, M.S., male, 52 years old, born in Recife. RESULTS: a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia and his follow-up was initiated at the Recife Mental Health Network in 2022 due to the accumulation of materials such as cardboard boxes, construction materials, food, and other disposable items. As a therapeutic approach, the following were initiated: haloperidol 5 mg/day, promethazine 25 mg/day and fluoxetine 20 mg/day. Interventions were also performed in the home after the patient's authorization. CONCLUSION: The patient progressed with a slight improvement in the condition in 6 months, and the therapeutic bond was established. However, he remains with no critical of the illness.