deliriant

n. a substance capable of inducing acute delirium, commonly associated with restlessness or agitation. An acute delirium may result from excess ingestion of anticholinergic drugs (see anticholinergic syndrome) or withdrawal from alcohol and certain other substances.

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Psychology term of the day

January 3rd 2025

ring chromosome 18

a congenital chromosomal disorder characterized by microcephaly, ear and eye abnormalities, and mild to severe cognitive impairment. The condition is not hereditary but due to breakage of the arms of chromosome 18, which fuse to form one or more rings of varying sizes.