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Definition of Perseveration
1. Noun. The tendency for a memory or idea to persist or recur without any apparent stimulus for it.
2. Noun. The act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior. "His perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate"
Generic synonyms: Continuance, Continuation
Derivative terms: Persevere, Perseverate, Persevere, Persist
Definition of Perseveration
1. Noun. (psychology) Uncontrollable repetition of a particular response, such as a word, phrase, or gesture, despite the absence or cessation of a stimulus, usually caused by brain injury or other organic disorder. ¹
2. Noun. (psychology) The tendency to continue or repeat an act or activity after the cessation of the original stimulus. ¹
3. Noun. The act or an instance of persevering; perseverance. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Perseveration
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Perseveration
1. 1. The constant repetition of a meaningless word or phrase. 2. The duration of a mental impression, measured by the rapidity with which one impression follows another as determined by the revolving of a two-coloured disk. 3. In clinical psychology, the uncontrollable repetition of a previously appropriate or correct response, even though the repeated response has since become inappropriate or incorrect. Origin: L. Persevero, to persist (05 Mar 2000)
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