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Encoding

Memory and Learning Memory

Definition Encoding is the process of converting information from our environment into a form tha...

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Empiricism

Critical Thinking

Definition Empiricism is a philosophical approach that emphasizes knowledge gained through experi...

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Emotion

Emotion and Motivation Emotion

Definition Emotion refers to a complex psychological state that involves subjective feelings, phy...

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Economic Systems

Power, Authority and Economy

Economic systems are frameworks within which resources are allocated and goods and services are p...

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Drive Reduction Theory

Emotion and Motivation Motivation

Definition Drive Reduction Theory is a psychological concept that explains motivation as the proc...

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Dream

Consciousness, Sleep and Dreams

Definition In psychology, a dream refers to a series of images, thoughts, emotions, or sensations...

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Dopamine

Biopsychology Neurotransmission and Neurochemistry

Definition Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, which is a type of chemical in the brain that helps tr...

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Divergent Thinking

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition Divergent thinking is a cognitive process characterized by the generation of multiple ...

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Distress

Emotion and Motivation Emotion

Definition Distress refers to a negative emotional state characterized by feelings of sadness, an...

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Dissociative Disorders

Psychological Disorders and Treatments Classification and Diagnosis

Definition Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by disrup...

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Diffusion

Culture Cultural Change and Continuity

Definition Diffusion, as a mechanism for cultural change, refers to the process by which cultural...

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Diagnosis

Psychological Disorders and Treatments Classification and Diagnosis

Definition In psychology, diagnosis refers to the process of identifying and labeling mental heal...

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Deviance

Social Organization Norms and Deviance

Definition Deviance refers to behavior, beliefs, or actions that deviate from the accepted social...

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Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)

Biopsychology Genetics

Definition Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a molecule that contains the genetic instructions for b...

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Dendrites

Biopsychology Neurotransmission and Neurochemistry

Definition Dendrites are tree-like extensions of neurons, which serve as the input regions where ...

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Demography

Social Organization

Definition Demography is the study of populations, focusing on their size, structure, and distrib...

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Demographic Transition Theory

Social Organization

Definition The Demographic Transition Theory is a model that explains how populations change over...

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Annihilation

Power, Authority and Economy

Definition Annihilation refers to the process by which individuals or groups are systematically e...

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Defense Mechanisms

Critical Thinking

Definition Defense mechanisms are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with stres...

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Culture Shock

Culture Cultural Change and Continuity

Definition Culture shock refers to the feeling of disorientation or confusion that occurs when so...

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