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Beta-endorphin

Español: Betaendorfina / Português: Betaendorfina

Beta-endorphin is a neuropeptide produced by the Pituitary gland and the hypothalamus in the brain. It acts as a neurotransmitter and plays a crucial role in regulating mood, pain perception, and stress response. In the field of psychology, the study of beta-endorphin and its effects on mental health and well-being has garnered significant attention. In this article, we will explore the psychological implications of beta-endorphin, provide examples of its effects, discuss potential risks and application areas, offer recommendations for optimizing its function, and briefly touch upon its historical and legal aspects. Finally, we will list some similar psychological concepts related to neurotransmitters and mood regulation.

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Betise

Betise is defined as : (1) Stupidity, foolishness (2) A foolish remark or action. Betise is related to the French term Bête noire which literally means black beast something or someone dreaded or avoided.

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Betrayal

Betrayal refers to the degree to which a child feels a perpetrator gained his or her confidence through manipulation and coercion, as well as the position of trust or authority held b

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Better-than-most effect

Better-than-most effect refers to the tendency of most people to think they have more positive and fewer negative qualities than do most other people.

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Betterment

Deutsch: Verbesserung / Español: Mejora / Português: Melhoria / Français: Amélioration / Italiano: Miglioramento

Betterment in psychology refers to the process of improving an individual's mental, emotional, or behavioural well-being through intentional actions, personal growth, or therapeutic interventions. It is often associated with self-improvement, resilience-building, and the pursuit of a higher quality of life.

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Between-group designs

Between-group designs refer to Research designs in which two (2) or more separate groups of participants each receive a different kind of treatment.

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Between-Subjects Design

Between-Subjects Design refers to a research design in which different groups of participants are randomly assigned to an experimental condition (exposed to one or more experimental treatments) or to a control condition (not exposed to an experimental treatment ).

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Between-subjects experimental design

Between-subjects experimental design refers to an experimental design using separate, independent groups of individuals for each treatment condition being compared. Between-subjects experimental design is also known as an Independent-measures experimental design.

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