Psychomotor Agitation Overview

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Psychomotor agitation is a series of unintentional and purposeless motions that stem from mental tension of an individual. This includes pacing around a room, wringing one's hands, pulling off clothing and putting it back on and other similar actions. In more severe cases, the motions may become harmful to the individual, such as ripping, tearing or chewing at the skin around one's fingernails or lips to the point of bleeding....


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What is psychomotor agitation or retardation in depression?
I think of Eyore (sp?) from Winnie the Pooh as having psychomotor retardation. I...

That's exactly right! and a great example of psychomotor retardation. An example of psychomotor agitation might be twitching, or pacing.

Asked by SkiGURL - 6 months ago

when you first began lexapro, did you experience sleep disturbances and psychomotor agitation?
I began taking lexapro about a week ago. i know the sleep disturbances should...

Everyone has a slightly different experience on these SSRIs. I had a bit of insomnia for the first two weeks, but it now not a problem You might try mild exercising...

Asked by mary tyler moo - 13 months ago

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