coprolalia

n. spontaneous, unprovoked, and uncontrollable use of obscene or profane words and expressions, particularly those related to feces. It is a symptom that may be observed in individuals with a variety of neurological disorders, particularly Tourette’s disorder. See also latah. Also called coprophrasia.

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December 26th 2024

morbid dependency

excessive reliance on or need for another person or situation such that the dependent person has difficulty functioning independently. See dependency need.