WAXY FLEXIBILITIES
\wˈaksi flˌɛksɪbˈɪlɪtiz], \wˈaksi flˌɛksɪbˈɪlɪtiz], \w_ˈa_k_s_i f_l_ˌɛ_k_s_ɪ_b_ˈɪ_l_ɪ_t_i_z]\
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A condition characterized by inactivity, decreased responsiveness to stimuli, and a tendency to maintain an immobile posture. The limbs tend to remain in whatever position they are placed (waxy flexibility). Catalepsy may be associated with PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS (e.g., SCHIZOPHRENIA, CATATONIC), nervous system drug toxicity, and other conditions.
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