MB23.L Pressured speech

International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01

Speech in which the person feels undue pressure to get the words out. The person’s speech is usually rapid, loud, and emphatic and may be difficult or impossible to interrupt. Frequently, the person talks without any social stimulation and may continue to talk even though no one is listening.

exclusions

• Schizophrenia or other primary psychotic disorders  (6A20-6A2Z)
• Bipolar or related disorders  (6A60-6A6Z)

synonyms

• Pressured speech

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