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exhibitionism

n.

1. the disposition or tendency to draw attention to oneself, particularly through conspicuous behavior. See also attention-getting.

2. a paraphilia in which the genitals are exposed to an unsuspecting stranger as a means of achieving sexual excitement, but without any attempt at further sexual activity with the stranger. —exhibitionist n.

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December 22nd 2024

time estimation

time estimation

the ability to monitor elapsed time. In operant conditioning studies using fixed-interval schedules, nonhuman animals can estimate the time between one reward and the occurrence of the next reward. In nature, time estimation is important for finding prey that emerge at a fixed time of day or season and is essential for navigation when sun or star cues are used (see sun compass).