Arithmomania
Arithmomania
Arithmomania (pronounced: a-rith-mo-ma-nia) is a mental disorder that may be seen as an expression of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Individuals with this condition have a strong need to count their actions or objects in their surroundings.
Etymology
The term "Arithmomania" is derived from the Greek words "arithmos" which means number and "mania" which means madness or frenzy.
Symptoms
Symptoms of arithmomania can vary greatly between individuals, but they generally include:
- An intense need to count objects or actions
- Repeatedly performing counting rituals
- Experiencing distress when unable to count
- Avoidance of situations where counting is not possible
Related Terms
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): A mental disorder where people feel the need to check things repeatedly, perform certain routines repeatedly, or have certain thoughts repeatedly.
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior.
- Compulsion: A strong, usually irresistible impulse to perform an act, especially one that is irrational or contrary to one's will.
Treatment
Treatment for arithmomania typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which can help individuals to manage their symptoms. In some cases, medication may also be prescribed.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arithmomania
- Wikipedia's article - Arithmomania
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski