Negativism
Negativism (pronounced: neh-guh-tiv-izm) is a term used in psychiatry to describe a condition where a person exhibits opposition or resistance to suggestions or commands given by others. It is often associated with certain mental health conditions, such as schizophrenia and catatonia.
Etymology
The term "negativism" is derived from the Latin word "negativus", which means "denying". It was first used in the psychiatric context in the late 19th century.
Definition
Negativism is characterized by a consistent negative response to suggestions or commands, often resulting in the person doing the opposite of what is asked. This behavior is not due to a lack of understanding or physical inability to perform the task, but rather a psychological resistance.
Related Terms
- Contrariness: A similar behavior to negativism, but usually less severe and not associated with a mental health condition.
- Mutism: A condition often associated with negativism, where the person refuses to speak.
- Echopraxia: A condition where the person involuntarily mimics the movements of others, often seen in conjunction with negativism in catatonic schizophrenia.
- Catatonia: A state of unresponsiveness in a person who is otherwise awake. Negativism is one of the possible symptoms.
- Schizophrenia: A mental health disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self and behavior. Negativism can be a symptom.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Negativism
- Wikipedia's article - Negativism
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