Glossary M

Male orgasmic disorder refers to a persistent inability to reach orgasm during lovemaking; a recurring delay in or absence of orgasm in some men following a normal sexual excitement phase, relative to age and current stimulation. Moreover, Male orgasmic disorder refers to a sexual disorder in which the male cannot have an orgasm, even though he is highly aroused and has had a great deal of sexual stimulation. Male orgasmic disorder is also known as Inhibited (male) orgasm.

Malefactor refers to a person who has committed a crime ; a criminal; an evil-doer.

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Maleness in the Psychology Context:

Maleness, in psychology, refers to the psychological aspects and experiences associated with being biologically male or identifying as a man. It encompasses a wide range of gender-related thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and societal influences that shape the experiences of individuals who identify as male. Understanding maleness from a psychological perspective involves examining its complexities, challenges, and the ways it intersects with other aspects of one's identity.

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In psychology, malfunction refers to a breakdown in cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning that leads to impairments in an individual's ability to adapt to their environment or carry out daily activities. Malfunction can occur for a variety of reasons, including neurological disorders, psychological conditions, or environmental factors.

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Malice aforethought refers to the Mens rea requirement for murder which consists of the intention to kill with the awareness that there is no right to kill. Please see also Mens rea.

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Malignant having the ability not only to grow but also to spread to other parts of the body. Malignant also refers to cancerous tumors; tumors whose cells invade other tissues and are likely to regrow or spread.

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Malingerer refers to one who feigns illness or other incapacity in order to avoid duty or work.

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Malingering refers to a deliberate faking of a symptom or physical or psychological disorder for the purpose of avoiding an unwanted situation, such as military service and which is motivated by gain; intentional exaggeration or presentation of neuropsychological symptoms and fabrication of physical or psychological symptoms for some ulterior motive. the conscious and intentional maintaining of the sick role for some material or financial gain; symptoms are intentionally produced by the individual to avoid some task, for advantage in legal actions, or to obtain disability status.

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