Behavioral Psychology Depression
Unusual or strange behavior involves performing actions that are not normal for the person.
Alternative Names
Acting strangely
Considerations
Unusual or strange behavior may include:
- Loss of memory that continues over time or gets worse
- Loss of the ability to concentrate and perform other mental tasks
Common Causes
There are many causes of unusual or strange behavior, including medical and psychiatric illnesses. Two of the more common medical causes are:
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Delirium -- Sudden or quick onset of...
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