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Dragon's teeth is defined as seeds of discord. Often used in the form "to sow dragon's teeth": to take an action that leads to future conflict. The term "Dragon's teeth" is from the Greek mythology where the Phoenician prince Cadmus killed a dragon and sowed its teeth and from those sprang an army of men who fought each other until only five (5) were left.

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Deutsch: Entlastung / Español: Drenaje / Português: Drenagem / Français: Drainage / Italian: Drenaggio

Drainage in the psychology context does not refer to the physical process of removing excess water, but rather to the psychological process of releasing or managing emotional or mental stress. This concept is related to the idea of catharsis, emotional regulation, and coping mechanisms that help individuals deal with negative emotions or psychological burdens.

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Drama therapy / Psychodrama is a term used by the National Association for Drama Therapy which refers to the systematic and intentional use of drama/theater processes, products, and assoc

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Dramatherapy refers to a means of making psychological change by involving individuals in experiences that are related to theater. Sometimes patients may enact their own spontaneous drama, play the parts of a play that has been written, or observe a play and discuss it. Psychodrama is considered to be one form of Dramatherapy.

Dramatic play is defined as a play in which children enact social roles made possible by the attainment of symbolic thought. Dramatic play is a form of Pretend play.

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Dramatic-emotional personality disorders refer to disorders which include Antisocial, Borderline, Narcissistic, and Histrionic personality disorders which are characterized by dramatic and impulsive behaviors that are maladaptive and dangerous

Drapetomania refers to a fictitious mental illness believed to cause slaves to run away from their masters and obsessively seek freedom.

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Deutsch: Zeichnen / Español: Dibujo / Português: Desenho / Français: Dessin / Italiano: Disegno

Drawing in psychology refers to the act of creating images on a surface, typically paper, using various tools like pencils, pens, crayons, or markers. It is a significant form of expression that provides insight into an individual's cognitive, emotional, and psychological state. In psychological practice, drawing is used as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

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