fixation

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'fixation' refers to the obsessive concentration on one particular subject, object or thought. It's like having tunnel vision for one specific thing, blocking out everything else.

Examples in Different Contexts

In psychology-based user testing, 'fixation' patterns can reveal how users interact with an interface. A UX designer might observe, 'There's a strong fixation on the site's main graphic, indicating its effectiveness.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

Our focus on carbon footprint reduction is commendable, but we need to cast our net wider in terms of sustainability efforts.

Response:

You're right. We must avoid fixation on only one aspect of sustainability. It’s important we cover all bases for maximum impact.

Tech

Scenario:

We've been experiencing some limitations with our current development stack. Maybe it's time to explore other technologies.

Response:

You're correct. We should not get fixated on one tech stack and be more open to exploring other efficient technologies.