Tag: physiological reactions

November 3, 2025 / Mohammed looti

ANXIETY SENSITIVITY

Definition and Core Constructs of Anxiety Sensitivity Anxiety Sensitivity (AS) is defined as the fear of anxiety-related sensations stemming from the belief that these internal physiological and cognitive manifestations will lead to harmful physical, psychological, or social consequences. It is not merely the experience of anxiety, but rather a metacognitive fear regarding the implications of […]

October 19, 2025 / Mohammed looti

REFLEXOGENOUS ZONE

Reflexogenous Zones in Psychology and Physiology The Core Definition of a Reflexogenous Zone The term reflexogenous zone refers to a specific, circumscribed area of the body, either on the surface or internal to an organ, that when adequately stimulated, reliably and automatically produces a predetermined physiological response known as a Reflex. This definition bridges the […]