Description

Psychological inhibition refers to a mental state where an individual experiences a decrease in motivation or the ability to act due to psychological barriers. This can manifest in various situations, affecting decision-making and social interactions.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter variations of this term, such as 'inhibición' or 'bloqueo psicológico', which may be used colloquially. It is essential to maintain the formal term 'inhibición psicológica' in clinical contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient reported feeling a sense of psychological inhibition when attempting to speak in public.

ES: El paciente informó sentir una sensación de inhibición psicológica al intentar hablar en público.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'inhibición psicológica' with 'inhibición' in a general context; misinterpreting the term as a purely physical condition; mixing up with related terms like 'ansiedad' or 'fobia'.