hyperarousal
Definitions
A state of heightened psychological and physiological tension resulting in reduced pain tolerance, anxiety, excessive response to sensory stimulation, insomnia, and fatigue.
Examples
“Hyperarousal after a traumatic experience⟳ is normal. It occurs when a person's brain believes that person is at risk⟳ again because it misreads an external signal or trigger.”
“A feeling of restlessness and an urge⟳ to move⟳ in your arms, legs or torso is a state of hyperarousal and can keep⟳ you from a good night’s sleep⟳, she said.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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