Paradoxical
Paradoxical
Paradoxical (pronunciation: pærəˈdɒksɪkəl) is an adjective that describes a situation, statement, or outcome that seems contrary to what one would intuitively expect. It is often used in medical terminology to describe symptoms or reactions that are unexpected or opposite to the usual outcome.
Etymology
The term "paradoxical" originates from the Greek word "paradoxos," which means "contrary to expectation." It is derived from "para-" (beyond or contrary) and "doxa" (opinion or belief).
Related Terms
- Paradoxical reaction: A reaction to a drug or treatment that is opposite to what is typically expected.
- Paradoxical embolism: A type of embolism that occurs when a blood clot in a vein enters the systemic circulation instead of going to the lungs, which is the usual route.
- Paradoxical sleep: Another term for REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, during which dreaming occurs.
- Paradoxical intention: A therapeutic technique used in psychotherapy where the patient is encouraged to engage in the feared behavior.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Paradoxical
- Wikipedia's article - Paradoxical
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