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a psychological condition where an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development, often as a defense mechanism to cope with stress or trauma.
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a psychological condition where an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development, often as a defense mechanism to cope with stress or trauma.
Under extreme stress, some adults may experience mental regression, behaving in ways typical of a child.
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a decline in cognitive abilities, often associated with aging or neurological disorders.
The patient showed signs of mental regression, struggling with tasks that were once easy for them.
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