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restlessness

n. a form of activity that appears purposeless and limited in time or intensity. A human being may constantly move, become distractible, or pace the floor; a nonhuman animal may move about its environment or change positions frequently. —restless adj.

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December 26th 2024

tractotomy

tractotomy

n. the surgical interruption of a nerve tract in the brainstem or spinal cord. One form of tractotomy is of benefit in bipolar disorder that is resistant to other forms of treatment.