Thought blocking
Thought Blocking
Thought blocking (pronounced: /θɔːt ˈblɒkɪŋ/) is a term used in psychiatry to describe a sudden interruption in the train of thought, leaving a blank. The person experiencing thought blocking may be unable to remember what they were about to say or what they were thinking about. This is often experienced as a symptom in various mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia.
Etymology
The term "thought blocking" is derived from the English words "thought" and "blocking". "Thought" comes from the Old English word "þoht", which means "the act of thinking", and "blocking" comes from the verb "block", which means "to obstruct". Together, they describe the phenomenon where the act of thinking is obstructed or interrupted.
Related Terms
- Cognitive impairment: A general term that refers to a reduction in mental functioning, which can include thought blocking.
- Psychosis: A mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality, which can include symptoms such as thought blocking.
- Catatonia: A state of unresponsiveness in a person who is otherwise awake, often associated with thought blocking in severe cases.
- Neurocognitive: Pertaining to the cognitive functions of the brain, which can be affected in conditions that cause thought blocking.
- Disorganized thinking: A symptom of some mental health disorders, similar to thought blocking, where the individual has difficulty organizing their thoughts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thought blocking
- Wikipedia's article - Thought blocking
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