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disinhibition [1 record]

Record 1 2019-02-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Personality Development
  • Clinical Psychology
DEF

[A personality disorder trait domain characterized by] orientation toward immediate gratification, leading to impulsive behavior driven by current thoughts, feelings, and external stimuli, without regard for past learning or consideration of future consequences.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Développement de la personnalité
  • Psychologie clinique
DEF

[Domaine d'un trait de personnalité pathologique caractérisé par la] recherche de satisfactions immédiates, conduisant à un comportement impulsif déterminé par des pensées, des sentiments et des stimuli externes du moment, sans tenir compte des leçons du passé ou sans considération pour les conséquences futures.

Spanish

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