Transmarginal inhibition
Transmarginal Inhibition
Transmarginal inhibition (pronunciation: trans-mar-gin-al in-hi-bi-tion) is a psychological concept that refers to the body's response to overwhelming stress or stimuli. It was first identified by the Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov in his studies on the conditioned reflex.
Etymology
The term "transmarginal" comes from the Latin words "trans" meaning "across" and "margo" meaning "edge" or "border". "Inhibition" is derived from the Latin "inhibitio", meaning "a restraining". In this context, it refers to the body's response to stress that is so intense it crosses the normal thresholds or 'margins' of response.
Concept
Transmarginal inhibition occurs when an organism is exposed to stimuli that are so intense or prolonged that it exceeds the organism's ability to cope. This can result in a variety of responses, including a decrease in responsiveness or a complete shutdown of certain physiological or psychological functions. This concept is often used in the study of stress and trauma.
Related Terms
- Stress: A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.
- Trauma: A type of damage to the mind that occurs as a result of a severely distressing event.
- Conditioned Reflex: A learned response to a stimulus that was previously neutral.
- Ivan Pavlov: A Russian physiologist known primarily for his work in classical conditioning.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Transmarginal inhibition
- Wikipedia's article - Transmarginal inhibition
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