Mutism and akinesis in a person is aware of his surroundings and somewhat ale is best described as a feature of:
Correct Answer: Stupor
Description: Ans. C. StuporAkinetic mutism is a feature of Stupor.* In this condition, the patient is unable to initiate action and speech but appears awake and ale.* There is a severe reduction of relational function - speech and action.* Akinetic mutism is also seen in Schizophrenia with affective psychosis and dissociative states.
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