Inhibitory control
Inhibitory Control
Inhibitory control (pronounced: in-hib-i-tor-ee kon-trol) is a cognitive process that pertains to an individual's ability to inhibit their impulses or responses, and act in a way that is socially acceptable. It is a key component of executive functions, which are a set of cognitive processes that are necessary for the cognitive control of behavior.
Etymology
The term "inhibitory control" is derived from the words "inhibit", which means to restrain or prevent, and "control", which refers to the power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
Definition
Inhibitory control is the ability to control one's attention, behavior, thoughts, and/or emotions to override a strong internal predisposition or external lure, and instead do what's more appropriate or needed. This ability to self-regulate can be seen in various situations, such as resisting the urge to eat unhealthy food, stopping oneself from engaging in risky behavior, or focusing on a task despite distractions.
Related Terms
- Executive Functions: A set of cognitive processes that are necessary for the cognitive control of behavior.
- Cognitive Control: The ability of an individual to execute goal-directed behavior in the face of conflicting or distracting stimuli or thoughts.
- Impulse Control: The ability to resist temptation, especially when coupled with a strong desire to act.
- Self-Regulation: The ability to manage one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in different situations.
Importance
Inhibitory control is crucial for a variety of everyday activities. It allows individuals to suppress inappropriate thoughts, impulses, or behaviors to achieve a goal. It is also a critical component in tasks that require planning, decision making, error correction, and troubleshooting.
Inhibitory control is also important in the development of social skills. It allows individuals to respond appropriately in social situations by inhibiting inappropriate responses and promoting appropriate ones.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inhibitory control
- Wikipedia's article - Inhibitory control
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