Handedness
Handedness
Handedness (/ˈhændɪdnəs/) is a human attribute defined by unequal distribution of fine motor skills between the left and right hands. An individual who is more dexterous with the right hand is said to be right-handed, and one who is more skilled with the left is said to be left-handed.
Etymology
The term "handedness" comes from the English word "hand", with the suffix "-edness" used to indicate a state or quality. The term thus refers to the quality or state of one's use of hands.
Related Terms
- Ambidexterity: The ability to use both the right and left hand equally well.
- Cross-dominance: A condition where a person favors one hand for some tasks and the other hand for others.
- Handedness and brain lateralization: The relationship between handedness and the structure of the brain.
- Edinburgh Handedness Inventory: A measurement scale used to assess the dominance of a person's right or left hand in everyday activities.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Handedness
- Wikipedia's article - Handedness
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