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A dynamic cue that signals when objects are approaching and when they are receding, providing a dynamic cue to depth.  

The visual process whereby the two eyes receive slightly different images of the same object, which provides a very sensitive primary cue to depth.  

A condition in which the retina becomes detached from the choroid and sclera. A condition in which the retina is partly detached from the choroid. Separation of the retina from the choroid layer of the eye due to trauma, aging, or diabetes causing the blood vessels to become increasingly fragile. Separation of the retina from…

The structure of the eye that contains the visual receptors and several layers of neurons farther along the pathway to the brain. The inside layer of the eye which is sensitive to light. Light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. Multilayered light-sensitive layer of the eye that receives images of objects and transmits visual…

A form of lymphoma. A rare form of malignant large cell lymphoma.  

A diffuse neural projection system that, in response to stimulation, arouses the cortex. Cluster of nerve cells and nerve fibers in the brainstem connecting nerves to and from the spinal cord, cranial nerves, and areas of the brain; it constantly monitors the state of the body and functions in the control of breathing, heart rate,…

The system of nerve pathways within the brain that is involved in arousal. System of nerve pathways in the brain concerned with the level of consciousness, from sleep and relaxation to full attention and concentration. The system of nerve pathways in the brain concerned with the level of consciousness, from the states of sleep, drowsiness,…

In social learning theory, the information remembered from observation that can be replicated at a later time.  

Ejaculatory incompetence. The inability of a male to achieve orgasm despite sexual arousal and stimulation, often after 30 min of sexual activity.  

Artificial resuscitation. The act of reviving someone who seems to be dead, by making him or her breathe again and restarting the heart. An attempt to restore heartbeat and breathing in a person who is apparently dead or at least has stopped breathing. Act of reviving a person or returning him/her to consciousness through the…