myotonic disorder

any disease, generally inherited, in which voluntary muscles show increased tone and contractility but relax slowly and with great difficulty. The condition often affects the muscles of the hands or is manifested by general muscle stiffness.

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Psychology term of the day

January 31st 2025

lure

n. an incorrect item presented among correct items in testing memory, to serve as a distractor.