Mutatism

Mutism is a pathological absence of speech in the presence of psychophysical prerequisites for speech and opportunities for its implementation. Pathological mutism in mental state, if they do not show negativism, are apathetic, indifferent to their experiences and the behavior of others.

A person stops speaking voluntarily, even in situations where it is necessary due to circumstances. For example, being in an unfamiliar company, in front of a doctor or people on whom any question that requires an answer depends. Such people prefer to remain silent, even if there is a need to give an answer. At the same time, the patient does not withdraw into himself and maintains external contact with all the people around him.

The first degree of the disease is expressed by alienation. The patient talks a lot and shares his