Stereotypic Movement Disorder

**Definition:** Motor behavior that is repetitive, often seemingly driven, and nonfunctional. This behavior markedly interferes with normal activities or results in severe bodily self-injury. The behavior is not due to the direct physiological effects of a substance or a general medical condition. (DSM-IV, 1994)

**Tree numbers:** - F03.625.984

**Synonyms:** - Movement Disorder, Stereotypic