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catatonia

/kætəˈtoʊniə/ noun · British & US
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What does catatonia mean?

noun

A state of immobility and unresponsiveness, often associated with schizophrenia or other psychiatric conditions. It is characterized by a lack of movement, speech, and emotional expression.

Example

"The patient had been in a state of catatonia for several days, refusing to eat or drink."

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