Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The erroneous interpretation of physical cues.  

Applied to antagonistic groups, each believing that they are right and their enemy was mistaken and threatening. An image of an object in which right and left are reversed. The term is also used to indicate the similarity of chemical substances or persons with quite similar personalities and looks (e.g., identical twins).  

Constriction of the pupils of the eyes, mydriasis. The contraction of the pupil of the eye, as in bright light. Contraction of the sphincter muscle of the iris causing the pupil to become smaller; it may be caused by an increase in light or by certain drugs. Abnormal constriction of the iris muscle to decrease…

An accurate record of the proceedings of a meeting. The written record of the proceedings of a body or group. In health care, such bodies include the governing body, the medical staff, and committees of the hospital and medical staff. Minutes should include the date of the meeting, who was present, and who wrote the…

Drugs used to treat anxiety, nervous tension, and some neuroses. They are addicting and produce withdrawal syndrome.  

Seizures that are (a) myoclonic shock-like contractions of muscles or muscle groups, (b) akinetic—sudden loss of muscle tone, and (c) infantile spasms “jackknife” seizures.  

A member of the minority party in a legislative body who is second in command with respect to minority party leadership.  

A decision of the court that runs contrary to the opinions of the majority of courts on a particular matter, majority rule.  

A report reflecting the views of the minority of members or a court or legislative body with respect to a particular matter.  

A statement expressing the views of a justice who has voted in dissent of the majority opinion with respect to a particular case. There may be several minority opinions expressed from different members of the court.