Catalepsy

"Cataleptic" redirects here. For the poetry term, see catalectic. For the concept in stoic philosophy, see katalepsis. For the band, see Catalepsy (band).
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.