ICD-11 code : 6A06;
Preferred Label : Stereotyped movement disorder;
ICD-11 definition : Stereotyped movement disorder is characterised by the persistent (e.g., lasting several
months) presence of voluntary, repetitive, stereotyped, apparently purposeless (and
often rhythmic) movements that arise during the early developmental period, are not
caused by the direct physiological effects of a substance or medication (including
withdrawal), and markedly interfere with normal activities or result in self-inflicted
bodily injury. Stereotyped movements that are non-injurious can include body rocking,
head rocking, finger-flicking mannerisms, and hand flapping. Stereotyped self-injurious
behaviours can include repetitive head banging, face slapping, eye poking, and biting
of the hands, lips, or other body parts.;
ICD-11 synonym : stereotyped disorder; stereotypes NOS; stereotypy habit disorder;
ICD-11 inclusion : Stereotype habit disorder;
ICD-11 "unspecified" category code : 6A06.Z;
Origin ID : 1111628448;
UMLS CUI : C0038273;
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UMLS correspondences (same concept)
Stereotyped movement disorder is characterised by the persistent (e.g., lasting several
months) presence of voluntary, repetitive, stereotyped, apparently purposeless (and
often rhythmic) movements that arise during the early developmental period, are not
caused by the direct physiological effects of a substance or medication (including
withdrawal), and markedly interfere with normal activities or result in self-inflicted
bodily injury. Stereotyped movements that are non-injurious can include body rocking,
head rocking, finger-flicking mannerisms, and hand flapping. Stereotyped self-injurious
behaviours can include repetitive head banging, face slapping, eye poking, and biting
of the hands, lips, or other body parts.