Latent period
Latent Period is a term used in medicine and psychology to refer to the time delay between the moment something is initiated, and the moment its effects become noticeable. In the context of disease, it refers to the time from when a person is first infected until symptoms appear. In psychology, it refers to the delay between a stimulus and the response to it.
In Medicine[edit | edit source]
In medicine, the latent period is the time that elapses between exposure to a harmful substance and when symptoms and signs are first apparent. This period may last from a few hours to many years, depending on the disease and individual. For example, the latent period for cancer caused by exposure to asbestos can be several decades.
In Psychology[edit | edit source]
In psychology, the latent period refers to the delay between a stimulus and the response to it. This can be seen in classical conditioning, where a delay occurs between the presentation of the conditioned stimulus and the unconditioned stimulus.
In Physiology[edit | edit source]
In physiology, the latent period is the period between a stimulus being applied and the start of the response. In muscle physiology, for example, the latent period is the time between a nerve impulse reaching the muscle and the start of muscle contraction.
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