The Locked-In Syndrome Is

Question

The Locked-in Syndrome is:
A) Not actually a Disorder of Consciousness
B) Characterized by intact cognition
C) Typically has damage to the brainstem but with an intact cortex
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Locked-in Syndrome is indeed not classified as a Disorder of Consciousness because individuals retain full cognitive function. It is characterized by intact cognition, where patients are fully aware and capable of thinking but are unable to speak or move due to paralysis. The typical cause is damage to the brainstem, which controls many basic functions, including motor control, while the cortex, responsible for cognitive functions, remains intact.