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Arousal theory

Arousal theory refers to the general class of theories that assume behaviour is partly a function of the general state of arousal (excitation) or de-arousal (inhibition) of the cortex and/or other brain structures.

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Arousal-Interpretation Theory

Arousal-Interpretation Theory which is also known as
Schachter-Singer Theory (1962) refers to one of the best-known approaches to emotions which can be said to have started the mod

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Arraignment

Arraignment refers to the first stage of the trial process, at which the indictment or information is read in open court and the defendant is requested to respond.

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Arranged marriage

Arranged marriage refers to a kind of marriage that is arranged by parents or relatives and is often not based on love. Still being practiced in some cultures, like Chinese culture.

Array of services

Array of services refer to the collection of services for an identified population, that is, for aging people such as Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Care, congregate living and meal services for aging persons.

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Arrhythmia

Arrhythmia refers to abnormal electrical activity in the heart (e.g., a premature ventricular contraction).

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Ars moriendi

Ars moriendi literally means the "art of dying,” a practice that focused on what one should do to die well

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Arson

Arson is a term in Forensic Psychology which refers to the malicious burning of the dwelling house of another. This definition has been broadened by state statutes and criminal codes

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