Alice in Wonderland Syndrome is a Real Neurological Condition You Should Know About

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00:00Alice in Wonderland Syndrome is a real neurological condition you should know about.

00:05In Lewis Carroll's tale, Alice shrinks and grows after consuming food and drinks that change her size,

00:13mirroring Alice in Wonderland Syndrome, a neurological condition causing altered size perception.

00:20Carroll's story reflects these symptoms rather than being pure imagination.

00:24Alice in Wonderland Syndrome distorts perception, making objects seem larger or smaller.

00:31Bodies and surroundings alter visibly.

00:34A young patient saw objects distant and smaller, especially in evenings for 15 to 20 minutes, highlighting the condition's impact.

00:43In 1955, psychiatrist John Lewis saw parallels between AIWS and Carroll's migraines, both causing visual distortions.

00:54Migraines are the leading cause of AIWS in adults, affecting 27% of cases.

01:02AIWS distorts body image, making head and hands appear disproportionate.

01:07It causes micropsia, macropsia, and hallucinations, confusing children significantly.

01:14The causes of AIWS vary by age.

01:17Migraines are more common in adults, while infections, particularly the Epstein-Barr virus, are common in children.

01:26Infections account for 33% of childhood cases.

01:30Various triggers include epilepsy, brain tumors, and medications.

01:3527% of children later develop migraines.

01:39AIWS fascinates neuroscientists by revealing brain processing mechanics.

01:44The TPOC, a brain region impacted by AIWS, integrates visual and sensory information, creating spatial self-awareness.

01:56Research revealed multiple brain regions are impacted by EBV infections.

02:02AIWS lacks a proven treatment, but targeting underlying causes brings relief.

02:07Symptoms often fade over time.

02:10Researchers found 60% of patients experience complete resolution in a longitudinal study.

02:16BayWS in

02:40day healthcare.