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Dream Theory - Carl Jung
Definition Carl Jung's Theory of Dreams posits that dreams are a form of communication from the u...
James-Lange Theory of Emotion
Definition The James-Lange Theory of Emotion, proposed by William James and Carl Lange in the lat...
Iron Law of Oligarchy
Definition The "iron law of oligarchy" is a concept in political science that describes how organ...
Introspection
Definition Introspection is a psychological process that involves examining one’s own thoughts, f...
Intrinsic Motivation
Definition Intrinsic motivation refers to the internal desire or drive to engage in an activity b...
Internal Mechanisms of Control
Definition Internal control mechanisms refer to the psychological or social processes through whi...
Intelligence
Definition Intelligence in psychology refers to the ability to learn from experience, adapt to ne...
Insomnia
Definition Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying aslee...
Innovation
Definition Innovation is a mechanism for cultural change that involves introducing new ideas, pra...
Inferiority Complex
Definition An inferiority complex is a psychological state where an individual consistently feels...
Individualistic Culture
Definition An individualistic culture is a type of societal structure where individuals prioritiz...
Individual (Adlerian) Psychology
Definition Individual Psychology, founded by Alfred Adler, is a holistic theory of personality th...
Inattentional Blindness
Definition Inattentional blindness is a phenomenon where individuals fail to notice an obvious st...
Individuation
Definition Individuation is the process of becoming a whole and integrated person by bringing the...
Independent Variable
Definition The variable that is manipulated to observe its effect on the dependent variable. Exa...
Implicit Memory
Definition Implicit memory refers to the unconscious retention of information or experiences that...
Ideology
Definition Ideology refers to a set of beliefs, values, and ideas that shape how individuals or g...
Ideal Self and Real Self
Definition Ideal Self: The "ideal self" refers to the version of oneself that a person aspires to...
I and Me
Definition "The 'I' and the 'Me'" are two key concepts in George Herbert Mead's social behavioris...
Hypothesis
Definition A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables. Example A...