Glossary H
Glossary H
Hard of hearing refers to a term used to describe a degree of hearing loss ranging from mild to profound for which a person usually receives some benefit from amplification. A person who is considered hard of hearing usually participates in society by using their residual hearing with hearing aids, speech reading, and assistive devices to facilitate communication.
Hard problem of consciousness refers to the problem of determining how physiological processes, such as ion flow across nerve membranes, cause different perceptual experiences.
Hard sell is defined as an advertising strategy that relies on presenting information about the positive features of a product
Hard techniques is defined as a method of asking the patient to assume an uncomfortable or painful position or touching a patient in a somewhat painful way which may bring about intense emotional responses.
Hardiness refers to a personality syndrome marked by commitment, challenge, and control that is purportedly associated with strong stress resistance. It is a a personality trait characterized by the ability to bounce back into action after facing a stressor.