You're likely familiar with the pop-culture term "Crazy Cat Lady Syndrome," often used humorously to describe individuals, mostly women, who are passionate about cats and have a substantial feline entourage. While it may conjure up visions of cat-filled homes and quirky behavior, it's worth exploring the origins and accuracy of this term, along with what nursing students should be aware of. This term originates from the potential connection between the parasite toxoplasma gondii, found in cat litter, and human behavior. In this conversational episode, we'll talk a little bit about the research that investigates toxoplasmosis and "crazy cat lady" phenomenon, shedding light on its real implications.
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Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4449589/
https://academic.oup.com/schizophreniabulletin/article/33/3/729/1881836