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Hypnopompic State

Consciousness, Sleep and Dreams

Definition A hypnopompic state is the transitional phase between sleep and wakefulness that occur...

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Hypnagogic State

Consciousness, Sleep and Dreams

Definition A hypnagogic state is the transitional phase between wakefulness and sleep. During thi...

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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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Circadian Rhythm

Consciousness, Sleep and Dreams

Definition A circadian rhythm is an internal biological clock that regulates the sleep-wake cycle...

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Triarchic Theory of Intelligence

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition The triarchic theory of intelligence, developed by psychologist Robert Sternberg, sugg...

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Multiple Intelligences Theory

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition The Multiple Intelligences Theory is a framework proposed by psychologist Howard Gardn...

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Intelligence

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition Intelligence in psychology refers to the ability to learn from experience, adapt to ne...

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General Intelligence

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition General intelligence, often symbolized as g, refers to an individual’s overall ability...

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Fluid Intelligence

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to think logically, solve problems, and adapt...

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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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Crystallized Intelligence

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition Crystallized intelligence refers to the accumulation of knowledge, experience, and exp...

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Convergent Thinking

Cognitive Processes Intelligence and Problem-Solving

Definition Convergent thinking is a cognitive process focused on narrowing down options to find a...

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Top-Down Processing

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition Top-down processing is a cognitive approach where higher-level mental processes, such ...

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Stroop Effect

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition The Stroop Effect is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when people are asked to i...

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Selective Attention

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition Selective attention is the ability to focus on specific pieces of information or stimu...

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Prototype

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition A prototype in psychology is a mental representation of the most typical or central ex...

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Perception

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition Perception (psychology) is the process by which individuals interpret and organize sen...

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Justification of Effort

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition Justification of Effort is a psychological phenomenon where individuals convince thems...

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Inattentional Blindness

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition Inattentional blindness is a phenomenon where individuals fail to notice an obvious st...

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Gestalt Psychology

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition Gestalt Psychology is an approach in psychology that focuses on how humans perceive wh...

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