While doing volunteer work at a mental hospital, Mary is put on a ward for adults with severe mental disorders. One patient remains in the same position for hours at a time and never talks. The doctors tell Mary this patient suffers from __________.

A. catatonic frenzy
B. catatonic stupor
C. aphasia
D. echopraxia


Answer: B

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