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Encoding
Definition Encoding is the process of converting information from our environment into a form tha...
Empiricism
Definition Empiricism is a philosophical approach that emphasizes knowledge gained through experi...
Emotion
Definition Emotion refers to a complex psychological state that involves subjective feelings, phy...
Economic Systems
Economic systems are frameworks within which resources are allocated and goods and services are p...
Drive Reduction Theory
Definition Drive Reduction Theory is a psychological concept that explains motivation as the proc...
Dream
Definition In psychology, a dream refers to a series of images, thoughts, emotions, or sensations...
Dopamine
Definition Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, which is a type of chemical in the brain that helps tr...
Divergent Thinking
Definition Divergent thinking is a cognitive process characterized by the generation of multiple ...
Distress
Definition Distress refers to a negative emotional state characterized by feelings of sadness, an...
Dissociative Disorders
Definition Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by disrup...
Diffusion
Definition Diffusion, as a mechanism for cultural change, refers to the process by which cultural...
Diagnosis
Definition In psychology, diagnosis refers to the process of identifying and labeling mental heal...
Deviance
Definition Deviance refers to behavior, beliefs, or actions that deviate from the accepted social...
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
Definition Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a molecule that contains the genetic instructions for b...
Dendrites
Definition Dendrites are tree-like extensions of neurons, which serve as the input regions where ...
Demography
Definition Demography is the study of populations, focusing on their size, structure, and distrib...
Demographic Transition Theory
Definition The Demographic Transition Theory is a model that explains how populations change over...
Annihilation
Definition Annihilation refers to the process by which individuals or groups are systematically e...
Defense Mechanisms
Definition Defense mechanisms are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with stres...
Culture Shock
Definition Culture shock refers to the feeling of disorientation or confusion that occurs when so...