cryptorchidism

n. the failure of one or both testes to descend into the scrotum. It is not unusual and does not interfere with male hormonal function, but spermatogenesis is unlikely if the individual with this condition is not treated in childhood. The untreated condition is also associated with an increased incidence of testicular cancer in later life. Also called arrested testis; undescended testicle. See also ectopic testis; hypermobile testes; monorchidism. —cryptorchid adj., n.

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May 9th 2024

divided consciousness

Ernest R. Hilgard’s characterization of dissociation as a state in which one stream of mental activity (e.g., perception, memory, planning) proceeds outside of phenomenal awareness and apparently outside of voluntary control. In his neodissociation theory, Hilgard proposed that this state could be best studied through hypnosis. See also coconsciousness; unity of consciousness.