dysfunction
/dɪsˈfʌŋk.ʃən/ · dys·func·tion
noun
- A failure to function in an expected or complete manner. The doctor diagnosed the patient with erectile dysfunction, a common condition affecting many men.
- A disorder in a bodily organ. The patient's kidney dysfunction required immediate medical attention.
- A mental disorder. The psychologist specialized in treating patients with anxiety dysfunction, helping them manage their symptoms and improve their mental health.
verb
- To fail to function correctly; to malfunction. The computer's software dysfunction caused the entire system to crash.
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Did you know? The term 'dysfunction' is widely used in various fields, including medicine, psychology, and social sciences, to describe a range of conditions and behaviors that deviate from the norm.