Glossary O
Glossary O
Optic flow refers to the flow of stimuli in the environment that occurs when an observer moves relative to the environment. Forward movement causes an expanding optic flow, whereas backward movement causes a contracting optic flow. Some researchers use the term optic flow field to refer to this flow.
Optic gliomas refers to a slowly growing glioma of the optic nerve or optic chiasm associated with visual loss and loss of ocular movement.
Optic nerve refers to the nerve that transmits information from the retina to the brain; bundle of nerve fibers that carry impulses from the retina to the lateral geniculate nucleus and other structures. Each optic nerve contains about 1 million ganglion cell fibers. Also called Optic tract
Optical topography refers to a method of brain imaging that measures activity in different regions of the brain by using the degree to which light passes between points on the scalp
Optimal distinctiveness theory refers to the conceptual analysis proposed by Marilyn Brewer that assumes individuals strive to maintain a balance between three basic needs: the need to be assimilated by the group, the need to be connected to friends and loved ones, and the need for autonomy and differentiation.
Optimal experience refers to a state of happiness and satisfaction characterized by absorption in a challenging and personally rewarding task.
Optimal functioning is what a person is capable of doing when motivated and well prepared.