Catatonia is a psychomotor disease, which involves a relation between movement and cognitive function. This condition can influence the capability of a person to move normally.
Individuals with this condition may experience various symptoms. “Stupor,” or the inability to speak, move, or react to stimuli, is one of the most common symptoms. Nevertheless, some individuals with this condition might manifest agitated behavior and too much movement.
Additionally, this condition can last for hours to weeks and even months to years. It can come back regularly for weeks after the first episode.
If the symptoms of catatonia have a recognizable cause, it is called extrinsic. And if there’s no cause, it is called intrinsic.
In most cases, catatonia can be cured, yet if not, it could lead to more serious issues.