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Hebephrenic

Definition:

Hebephrenic (adjective) refers to a form of schizophrenia characterized by disorganized and irrational thought patterns, incoherent speech, and lack of emotional expression.

As a noun, hebephrenic can refer to an individual who displays these characteristics, or someone diagnosed with hebephrenic schizophrenia.

Sense 1: Adjective - Related to Schizophrenia

Example sentence: The psychiatrist diagnosed him with hebephrenic schizophrenia due to his irrational speech and complete emotional detachment.

Sense 2: Noun - Person with Schizophrenia

Example sentence: The group therapy session was attended by hebephrenics who found solace in sharing experiences and learning coping strategies.

Sense 3: Adjective - Irrational or Incoherent

Example sentence: Her hebephrenic ramblings made it difficult to understand her point of view, leaving everyone perplexed.

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