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Rapid cycling bipolar disorder

- Rapid cycling bipolar disorder : Rapid cycling bipolar disorder refers to the diagnosis given when a person has four (4) or more cycles of mania and depression within a single year.

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Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep

- Rapid eye movement: rapid eye movement (REM) sleep refers to the periodic intervals of sleep during which the eyes move rapidly from side to side, and dreams occur, but the body is inactive.

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Rapid eye movement sleep

Rapid eye movement sleep also known as REM is a stage of sleep that accounts for approximately two (2) hours of the total sleep cycle, with the average person experiencing as many as

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Rapport

Deutsch: Beziehung / Español: Rapport / Português: Rapport / Français: Rapport / Italian: Rapport

Rapport in psychology refers to a harmonious and understanding Relationship between two or more people. It involves mutual respect, trust, and emotional affinity, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

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Rapture

Deutsch: Verzückung / Entrückung / Español: Éxtasis / Arrebato / Português: Êxtase / Arrebatamento / Français: Ravissement / Extase / Italiano: Rapimento / Estasi

Rapture in the psychology context refers to an intense emotional or spiritual state characterized by overwhelming joy, ecstasy, or transcendence. It can be spontaneous or induced and is often described as a powerful feeling of union with something greater—be it nature, the universe, a divine presence, or a moment of profound beauty.

While sometimes linked to religious or mystical experiences, rapture also appears in peak moments of creativity, love, meditation, or altered states of consciousness. It is considered a rare but deeply meaningful experience that can leave lasting psychological impressions.

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Rating scale

Deutsch: Bewertungsskala / Español: Escala de calificación / Português: Escala de classificação / Français: Échelle d'évaluation / Italiano: Scala di valutazione

Rating scale in psychology is a tool used to assess and measure attitudes, behaviours, opinions, or characteristics. It involves asking individuals to rate an item or statement on a defined scale, often numerical or descriptive, to quantify their responses. Rating scales are commonly used in psychological assessments, surveys, and research to gather data that can be analysed for patterns or insights.

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Rational Thinking

Deutsch: Rationales Denken / Español: Pensamiento racional / Português: Pensamento racional / Français: Pensée rationnelle / Italiano: Pensiero razionale

Rational Thinking refers to the cognitive process of evaluating information, making decisions, and solving problems based on logic, evidence, and systematic reasoning rather than emotions, biases, or intuitive impulses. It is a cornerstone of cognitive psychology and decision-making research, often contrasted with heuristic or emotional thinking. While it is frequently idealized as the optimal mode of thought, its application is influenced by cognitive limitations, contextual factors, and individual differences.

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Rationalism

Rationalism refers to a philosophical school of Thought that maintains that truth is acquired through logic and reasoning

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