Meaning Of The Word Catatonia

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Catatonia Meaning

Catatonia Definition
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What's The Definition Of Catatonia?

catatonia in American English
a syndrome, esp. of schizophrenia, marked by stupor or catalepsy, often alternating with phases of excitement
noun: a syndrome seen most frequently in schizophrenia, characterized by muscular rigidity and mental stupor, sometimes alternating with great excitement and confusion

catatonia in British English
noun: a state of muscular rigidity and stupor, sometimes found in schizophrenia

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