paradoxical disinhibition

paradoxical disinhibition

An unexpected increase in aggressiveness, hostility, impulsivity, or talkativeness in a patient after treatment with a tranquilizing drug, esp. a sedative/hypnotic.
See: paradoxical excitement
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