Stimming

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Stimming

Stimming (pronounced /ˈstɪmɪŋ/), also known as self-stimulatory behavior or stereotypy, is a term used in the field of psychology and neurology to describe repetitive or ritualistic movements, postures, or utterances that individuals may engage in. These behaviors are often seen in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Etymology

The term "stimming" is derived from the longer term "self-stimulatory behavior". It is a neologism that has been adopted by the medical and autism communities to describe these behaviors.

Pronunciation

The term "stimming" is pronounced as /ˈstɪmɪŋ/.

Related Terms

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication.
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A group of conditions with onset in the developmental period, often before the child enters grade school, and characterized by developmental deficits that produce impairments of personal, social, academic, or occupational functioning.
  • Stereotypy: Repetitive or ritualistic movements, postures, or utterances. Stereotypies may be simple movements such as body rocking, or complex, such as self-caressing, crossing and uncrossing of legs, and marching in place.

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