erotogenesis

n. in classical psychoanalytic theory, the origination of erotic impulses from sources that may include the anal, oral, and genital zones. See erotization.

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May 3rd 2024

animal emotionality

emotional reactions in nonhuman animals, often measured by exploratory behavior in an open field or by physiological correlates, such as heart rate or defecation rate. Individuals showing less exploratory behavior or greater physiological arousal are said to exhibit higher emotional reactivity.