Psychology Glossary
Glossary of Psychology
The Glossary of Psychology describes everything about the World of Psychology. Terms, Treatments, biographies, ... .
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Deontological
Deutsch: Deontologisch / Español: Deontológico / Português: Deontológico / Français: Déontologique / Italiano: Deontologico
In psychology and moral philosophy, the term deontological refers to an ethical framework that evaluates actions based on their adherence to rules, duties, or principles rather than their consequences. This perspective contrasts with consequentialist theories, which prioritize outcomes, and is foundational in discussions about moral decision-making, professional ethics, and cognitive processes underlying judgment. Deontological ethics emphasize the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions, independent of their results.
Bilingualism And Multilingualism
Deutsch: Bilingualismus und Multilingualismus / Español: Bilingüismo y Multilingüismo / Português: Bilinguismo e Multilinguismo / Français: Bilinguisme et Multilinguisme / Italiano: Bilinguismo e Multilinguismo
Bilingualism and Multilingualism in the context of psychology refer to the cognitive and social processes involved in an individual's ability to speak, understand, and switch between two or more languages. This area of study explores how learning and using multiple languages influence cognitive development, brain function, and social interactions. It encompasses the psychological benefits and challenges associated with being bilingual or multilingual, including impacts on attention, memory, problem-solving skills, and identity formation.
Sexual Disorder
Deutsch: Sexuelle Störung / Español: Trastorno Sexual / Português: Transtorno Sexual / Français: Trouble Sexuel / Italiano: Disturbo Sessuale
Sexual disorder in psychology refers to a Condition characterized by significant disturbances in a person's ability to respond sexually or experience sexual Pleasure. These disorders can affect sexual desire, arousal, or performance and often result in distress or interpersonal difficulties.
Prusiner
Prusiner in the psychology context refers to Dr. Stanley B. Prusiner, a prominent neurologist and biochemist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1997 for his discovery of prions, infectious proteins responsible for various neurodegenerative diseases. Prusiner's groundbreaking research revolutionized the understanding of these diseases and their underlying mechanisms.