Hebephrenic syndrome is a psychopathological symptom complex characterized by the presence of childishness and foolishness in behavior. It is manifested by buffoonery, grimacing, emotional inadequacy, unreasonably high spirits, lack of purposefulness, and situational actions. Patients laugh loudly and for no reason, grimacing, rolling on the floor, absurdly joking, uncritical of their behavior. Diagnosis is carried out by clinical and psychodiagnostic methods. Medical treatment aimed at relieving symptoms may include antipsychotics, tranquilizers, insulin preparations, and other agents.
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