Automatism
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(As a noun)
Automatism ( noun )
The state or condition of behaving or functioning in a mechanical or unconscious manner, without conscious control or intention.
Origin:
From the greek autos, meaning "self" and matos, meaning "moving".
Examples:
- The automatism of the patient's movements indicated a dissociative disorder.
- The automatism of the assembly line makes it more efficient.
- The automatism of the security system ensures that it works correctly.
- Automatism is a type of behavior that occurs unconsciously.
- Automatism is often seen in patients with dissociative disorders.
(As a noun)
Automatism ( noun )
The state or condition of behaving or functioning in a mechanical or unconscious manner, without conscious control or intention.
Origin:
From the greek autos, meaning "self" and matos, meaning "moving".
Examples:
- The automatism of the patient's movements indicated a dissociative disorder.
- The automatism of the assembly line makes it more efficient.
- The automatism of the security system ensures that it works correctly.
- Automatism is a type of behavior that occurs unconsciously.
- Automatism is often seen in patients with dissociative disorders.