CLASSIC APRAXIA
\klˈasɪk ɐpɹˈe͡ɪksi͡ə], \klˈasɪk ɐpɹˈeɪksiə], \k_l_ˈa_s_ɪ_k ɐ_p_ɹ_ˈeɪ_k_s_iə]\
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A form of APRAXIA characterized by an acquired inability to carry out a complex motor activity despite the ability to mentally formulate the action. This condition has been attributed to a disruption of connections between the dominant parietal cortex and supplementary and premotor cortical regions in both hemispheres. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p57)
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