Glossary I
Glossary I
Deutsch: Impuls / Español: Impulso / Português: Impulso / Français: Impulsion / Italiano: Impulso /
Impulse is an urge to act. In psychology, an impulse is a strong desire or drive to perform a particular action. It is an urge or inclination that is often accompanied by a strong emotional component, such as anger, excitement, or pleasure. Impulses can be both positive and negative, depending on their source and the actions they motivate.
Impulse control refers to the ability to delay gratification, and to suppress a dominant response in order to perform a sub-dominant response.
Impulse-Control Disorders refers to psychological disorders in which people repeatedly engage in behaviors that are potentially harmful, feeling unable to stop themselves and experiencing a sense of desperation if their attempts to carry out the behaviors are thwarted. Impulse-Control Disorder, moreover is a disorder in which a person acts on an irresistible, but potentially harmful, impulse.
Deutsch: Impuls / Español: Impulso / Português: Impulso / Français: Impulsion / Italiano: Impulso
In the psychology context, impulsion refers to a sudden, strong urge or drive to act without considering the consequences. It is often associated with impulsivity, a trait where individuals act on instinct or emotion rather than through deliberate thought. Impulsion can result in spontaneous or risky behaviour, as it bypasses rational decision-making processes and is driven by immediate desires or emotions.
Impulsiveness is a term used with respect to choice between two (2) rewards, that is selecting a smaller sooner reward over a larger later reward.
Impulsivity refers to the difficulty in controlling behaviors ; acting without thinking first.