Glossary D
Glossary D
Dysfunction refers to any disturbance in the function of an organ or body part. It also means abnormal function or difficult function, as in sexual dysfunction, and psychosexual dysfunction, among many others.
Deutsch: Dysfunktionalität / Español: Disfuncionalidad / Português: Disfuncionalidade / Français: Dysfonctionnalité / Italiano: Disfunzionalità
Dysfunctionality refers to the impaired or maladaptive functioning of psychological processes, behaviors, or systems, often resulting in distress, reduced efficiency, or failure to meet environmental demands. It is a central concept in clinical psychology, organizational psychology, and cognitive science, where it serves as a diagnostic or analytical criterion for identifying deviations from normative or adaptive functioning. Unlike mere inefficiency, dysfunctionality implies a persistent and often systemic disruption that may require intervention.
Dysgraphia refers to a specific developmental disability that affects the person's ability to write. Problems may include fine-motor muscle control of the hands and/or processing difficulties. Sometimes occupational therapy is helpful. Most successful students with Dysgraphia that does not respond to occupational therapy or extra writing help choose to use a typewriter, computer, or verbal communication.