Stereotypy Motor

Motor stereotypy is repetitive movements or actions that are performed automatically, without the participation of consciousness. These movements can be both beneficial (such as brushing your teeth before bed) and harmful (compulsive movements such as finger tapping).

Motor stereotypes can arise for various reasons. Some are associated with brain disorders, such as schizophrenia or dementia. Other causes may be related to emotional disorders such as depression or anxiety.

However, motor stereotypies are not always a sign of the disease. For example, movements such as thumb sucking or leg rocking are common in children. This may be due to the fact that the child has not yet learned to control his movements and emotions.

If you notice that you or a loved one are experiencing motor stereotypies, consult a doctor. He will be able to determine the cause of this phenomenon and prescribe the necessary treatment.

Motor stereotype:

Description, meaning in medicine.

_- Motor stereotypy is the performance of certain repetitive movements or speech patterns._

**Synonyms:** _autoechopraxia, motor copy,_ _stereotyped movements, motor iterations, motor stereotypies._

This disorder is characterized by repetitive movements, actions, or repeated statements, spoken out loud or silently. They can be performed periodically with a certain frequency, without clearly defined time intervals. The absence of a specific periodicity of episodes and the inconsistent frequency of actions performed distinguishes stereotypies from more serious psychotic disorders.