Proskynesia

Proskynesia (from the Greek words pros - “in addition, also” and kinesis - “movement”) is excessive, unnecessary movements that occur during the performance of purposeful motor acts.

Such unnecessary movements can manifest themselves in the form of blinking, twitching of facial muscles, tapping fingers, and constant changes in posture. They do not have any practical purpose and are considered pathological symptoms in a number of neurological and mental diseases.

Proskynesia is often observed in Parkinson's disease, Huntington's chorea, and tic hyperkinesis. It can be a side effect when taking certain medications, and can also occur in schizophrenia, enuresis, and mental retardation.

Correction of proskynesia is carried out as part of the treatment of the underlying disease with the help of drug therapy, physiotherapy, and psychotherapy. Eliminating unnecessary movements allows the patient to have more control over their motor functions and improves the quality of life.

Proskynesia (from ancient Greek “πρόσ” - to, “κύνεισθαι” - “to lie prostrate, bow”) is the deliberate desire of a person to kiss the hands or feet of another person. This behavioral reaction is typical not only for women in front of a man, but also for men in front of a woman, a characteristic feature of which is the head lowered when bowing, the legs bent at the knees and pressed to the chest, which allows you to quickly restore them when resting your head and, accordingly, pray or receive longer. ritual kiss. Many note that this practice has lost its relevance. Still in some places