Glossary O

Organizing effect refers to long-lasting effect of a hormone that is present during a sensitive period early in development

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Orgasm refers to the stage of sexual response characterized by ejaculation in males and involuntary muscular contractions followed by relaxation in both males and females

Orgasmic difficulties refer to sexual disorders characterized by an ability to experience sexual arousal but persistent problems in achieving orgasm.

Orgasmic disorder is defined as a delay or absence of orgasm following a normal phase of sexual excitement.

Orgasmic platform refers to the thickening of the walls of the lower third of the vagina.

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Orgasmic reconditioning refers to learning procedure to help clients (patients) strengthen appropriate patterns of sexual arousal by pairing appropriate stimuli with the pleasurable sensations of masturbation. It is a sex therapy technique in which a person switches fantasies just at the moment of masturbatory orgasm to try to condition himself or herself to become excited by more conventional fantasies.

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Orgone refers to the physical force that powers all physiological and psychological functions which is developed by Wilhelm Reich.

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Deutsch: Orientieren / Español: Orientar / Português: Orientar / Français: Orienter / Italian: Orientare

Orient in the psychology context refers to the process of becoming aware of and understanding one’s position relative to time, place, and person. It involves the ability to recognize and adapt to the surrounding environment and internal states. Orientation is a fundamental cognitive function that is essential for effective interaction with the world and is often assessed in clinical settings to evaluate cognitive health.

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