hyperreactivity
[/ˌhaɪpərriˈæktɪvɪti/]
nounpl: hyperreactivities
hiperreatividade
1. excessive or abnormally heightened reactivity or responsiveness to stimuli
The patient's hyperreactivity to allergens caused severe symptoms.
A hiperreatividade do paciente aos alérgenos causou sintomas graves.
2. in medical/psychiatric contexts, excessive emotional or behavioral responses to environmental triggers
Children with ADHD often display hyperreactivity to sensory inputs.
Crianças com TDAH frequentemente exibem hiperreatividade a estímulos sensoriais.
3. in immunology, an exaggerated immune response to antigens
Hyperreactivity of the immune system can lead to autoimmune disorders.
A hiperreatividade do sistema imunológico pode levar a transtornos autoimunes.
The term 'hiperreatividade' is primarily used in medical, psychiatric, and immunological contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazilian healthcare settings, it's commonly referenced when discussing ADHD, allergies, and autoimmune conditions. The concept has gained more prominence in contemporary Brazil due to increased awareness of neurodevelopmental disorders and allergy-related conditions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
jumping at shadows (metaphorical equivalent for hyperreactive behavior)
hair-trigger response (describing someone with hyperreactivity)
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