Catalepsy

Not to be confused with Cataplexy or Acatalepsy.
Catalepsy
Catalepsy
SpecialtyPsychiatry, Neurology

Catalepsy (from Ancient Greek katálēpsis, κατάληψις, "seizing, grasping") is a neurological condition characterized by muscular rigidity and fixity of posture regardless of external stimuli, as well as decreased sensitivity to pain.[1]

  1. ^ "Definition of Catalepsy". Archived from the original on 2003-08-19. Retrieved 2008-09-18.
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