The 'Jumping Frenchmen of Maine' disorder results in an exaggerated 'startle' reflex, and was first noted among related French-Canadian lumberjacks in the Moosehead Lake area of Maine. It is not clear if the disorder is neurological or psychological.
The 'Jumping Frenchmen' seemed to react abnormally to sudden stimuli. Sufferers would obey any command given suddenly, even if it meant striking a loved one, and repeat back unfamiliar or foreign phrases uncontrollably.
Rare And Interesting Mental Disorders And Illnesses.
(thanks Nicholas)
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