Glossary I

Glossary I

In the psychology context, incompetence refers to a lack of ability, skill, or knowledge required to perform tasks or duties effectively. It can pertain to various domains, including cognitive, social, emotional, or physical abilities, depending on the specific context in which it is being discussed. Incompetence is not just a reflection of current performance levels but also involves a discrepancy between an individual’s capabilities and the demands of a specific task or role.

Incompetent to stand trial refers to the legal status of an individual who lacks a rational understanding of the charges against him or her, an understanding of the proceedings of hi

Incomplete dominance refers to a situation in which one allele does not dominate another completely.

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Incongruence refers to a state that exists when there is a discrepancy or disparity between one's experiences and self-image or between one's self-image and ideal self; the disharmony that takes place when there is a disagreement between individuals and their view of themselves and their actual experience. Moreover, according to Rogers, Inconguence is a state of conflict between an individual's self-concept and his/her experience.

Incongruent person refers to Rogers's term for the person whose organismic valuing process is replaced by Conditions of worth as a guide for living.

Incontinence means the lack of ability to control the release of urine or faeces from the body.

Incremental exercise test refers to an exercise test involving a progressive increase in work rate over time. Often graded exercise tests are used to determine the subject's VO2 max o