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catatonic state
catatonic state A catatonic state is a condition of catatonia, a severe psychomotor disturbance marked by abnormal movement that can be either unusually increased or greatly slowed.
A catatonic state is a condition of catatonia, a severe psychomotor disturbance marked by abnormal movement that can be either unusually increased or greatly slowed. When it is prolonged or severe, it can also interfere with communication.