Identification of the hikikomori syndrome of social withdrawal: Psychosocial features and treatment preferences in four countries

Conclusion:
Hikikomori exists cross-nationally and can be assessed with a standardized assessment tool. Individuals with hikikomori have substantial psychosocial impairment and disability, and some may desire treatment.

Source: International Journal of Social Psychiatry - January 28, 2015 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Teo, A. R., Fetters, M. D., Stufflebam, K., Tateno, M., Balhara, Y., Choi, T. Y., Kanba, S., Mathews, C. A., Kato, T. A. Tags: Articles Source Type: research