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Definition

What is the jumping Frenchmen of Maine?

Jumping Frenchmen of Maine is a condition in which the sufferer shows an excessive shock reaction every time there is an unexpected stimulation (such as being shocked by a loud sound). This exaggerated response is natural, not artificial, and cannot be controlled by the sufferer.

How common is jumping Frenchmen of Maine?

Jumping Frenchmen of Maine is an extremely rare condition. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Symptoms

What are the symptoms of jumping Frenchmen of Maine?

The symptoms of jumping Frenchmen of Maine usually begin after puberty or during adolescence. People with this condition will show excessive and abnormal shock reactions, including jumping, screaming, waving, hitting, or throwing objects.

This reaction occurs when the patient is startled by a loud or unexpected sound, sudden gesture, or body contact, such as being poked on the waist. After the shock reaction, the sufferer may repeat words such as parrot (ecolalia), or mimic certain movements (echopraxia). Some individuals may also unconsciously swear or utter profanity (koprolalia). In addition, some sufferers sometimes suddenly obey commands that are uttered right after the shocked reaction, for example, "Jump!" "Hit him!" and so on, without being able to control.

In most cases, these symptoms will improve and recur with age. The intensity of the reaction can also be affected by how often he is shocked, and body conditions such as fatigue, stress, or emotional distress.

Jumping Frenchmen of Maine can affect a person's life because he can't control his reaction every time he feels shocked in public. Sufferers also often become the material of ridicule, which makes the talkative reaction worse and happens more often. Usually, the more he was startled, the worse the reaction would be.

Cause

What is the cause of jumping the Frenchmen of Maine?

The cause of jumping the Frenchmen of Maine is unknown. One theory states that this condition is caused by an extremely conditioned response to a certain situation, which is influenced by environmental factors.

Treatment

The information below cannot be used as a substitute for a medical consultation. ALWAYS consult your doctor for information about medications.

How to treat jumping Frenchmen of Maine?

There is no specific treatment for talkative sufferers. However, to reduce talkative reactions, sufferers need to be avoided from being shocked, and should not be startled intentionally just to provoke the reaction.

Symptoms usually decrease with age, but can become worse when you are stressed or anxious.