hy·per·ki·ne·sis
| \ ˌhī-pər-kə-ˈnē-səs
, -kī- \
, -kī- \
Definition of hyperkinesis
1
: abnormally increased and sometimes uncontrollable activity or muscular movements
2
: a condition especially of childhood characterized by hyperactivity
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“Hyperkinesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyperkinesis. Accessed 3 Jul. 2022.
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hyperkinesis
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hy·per·ki·ne·sis
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Medical Definition of hyperkinesis
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: abnormally increased and sometimes uncontrollable activity or muscular movements : hyperactivity — compare hypokinesia
2
: a condition especially of childhood characterized by hyperactivity
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The first known use of hyperkinesis was circa 1855
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