Catatonia is a severe psychiatric and medical condition, characterized by, in
catatonic stupor[?], a general absence of motor activity, and, in
catatonic excitement[?], violent, hyperactive behavior directed at oneself or others but with no visible purpose. Catatonia is associated with a number of other psychiatric and medical conditions, such as the life-threatening
neuroleptic malignant syndrome as well as
drug abuse,
depression, and
schizophrenia. Depending on the case, there are a variety of available treatments, including
benzodiazipines[?].
For the band of the same name, see
Catatonia (band)