Paralysis Hysterical

Hysterical paralysis

**Paralysis** is a partial or complete lack of sensation and mobility in a certain part of the body or in the entire body. However, in the case of hysterical paralysis, motor functions may be preserved, but the person loses sensation in certain areas of the body. The most common symptoms are stiffness of the limbs, numbness and a feeling of weakness in the muscles.

Causes of occurrence The appearance of hysterical paralytic syndrome is facilitated by the body's reaction to stress when contradictions arise between emotions and the physiological functions of the nervous system. As a result, certain somatic diseases and disorders arise. The development of the disease begins against the background of mental fatigue, stressful situations, and unfavorable living conditions. Traumatic and infectious processes also contribute to its occurrence. Treatment of such diseases requires an integrated approach and the use of psychotherapeutic methods. Among all forms of paralysis, special attention is paid to hysterical.

Symptoms of paralysis of hysteria - **Nervous weakness** with gradual weakening of muscles and stiffness of limbs; - Preservation of sensitivity in some areas of the body and inability to feel pain and other irritations; - Partial **immobilization and paralysis** of individual parts of the body; - General **weakness of all muscles**, **amnesia**, which is characterized by lapses in memory for events that have occurred up to the present moment