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fixation reflex

a reflexive orienting of the eyes to maintain fixation on a target. It involves cortical and subcortical regions. Also called fixation response. See optokinetic reflex; vestibulo-ocular reflex.

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September 14th 2024

wish

wish

n.

1. in classical psychoanalytic theory, the psychological manifestation of a biological instinct that operates on a conscious or unconscious level.

2. in general language, any desire or longing.