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What is psychomotor retardation in an adult with paranoid schizophrenia and depression mean? does it mean schizophrenia with mental retardation?

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Psychomotor: Psychomotor retardation or impairment is the visible slowing of physical activity such as movement or speech. Psychomotor retardation can be seen in many mental health disorders including schizophrenia and depression. It is not to be confused with mental retardation which is intellectual disability or cognitive impairment.

Answered 11/19/2021

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