semantic disorganization
[/sɪˈmæntɪk dɪsˌɔrɡənɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounpl: semantic disorganizations
desorganização semântica
1. A cognitive or linguistic condition characterized by disrupted organization of word meanings, concepts, or semantic relationships, resulting in confused or incoherent expression and understanding
The patient exhibited semantic disorganization in their speech, jumping between unrelated concepts without logical connection.
O paciente apresentou desorganização semântica na fala, alternando entre conceitos não relacionados sem conexão lógica.
2. In linguistics and psychiatry, a symptom where the meaning and relationships between words break down, affecting both comprehension and production of language
Semantic disorganization is often observed in schizophrenia and certain types of aphasia.
A desorganização semântica é frequentemente observada na esquizofrenia e em certos tipos de afasia.
3. A breakdown in the structured network of word associations and conceptual hierarchies in the brain or in a text
The essay suffered from semantic disorganization, making it difficult to follow the author's argument.
O ensaio sofria de desorganização semântica, dificultando o acompanhamento do argumento do autor.
This term is primarily used in clinical, psychological, and linguistic contexts in both Brazilian and American English. It is particularly significant in psychiatric diagnosis and assessment, where it may indicate symptoms of psychotic disorders or neurological conditions. In Brazilian Portuguese, the term maintains the same clinical significance and is used identically to English in medical and academic settings.
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