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Deutsch: Kastration / Español: Castración / Português: Castração / Français: Castration / Italiano: Castrazione

Castration in psychology refers to a symbolic concept derived from psychoanalytic theory, rather than its literal meaning of physical removal of reproductive organs. It is primarily associated with the theories of Sigmund Freud, where it represents fear, anxiety, or psychological consequences related to power, control, and identity, especially during the developmental stages of childhood.

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castration anxiety is a term in In psychoanalysis which refers to the fear in young boys that they will be mutilated genitally because of their lust for their mothers.

Casualty refers to an individual whose psychological well-being declines rather than improves as a result of his or her experiences in a change-promoting group.

CAT Scan or Computerized Axial Tomography Scan which is also called CT or CAT scan refers to a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of x-rays and computer technology to produce cross-sectional images usually called slices, both horizontally and vertically, of the body.

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Cat's paw (cats paw) is a term used to described someone that is used as a tool by another.

Deutsch: Katalysator / Español: Catalizador / Português: Catalisador / Français: Catalyseur / Italiano: Catalizzatore

Catalyst in the context of psychology refers to an event, individual, or stimulus that precipitates or accelerates significant change or transformation within an individu

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Cataphoric reference refers to a form of reference cohesion in which one linguistic expression refers to information yet to be introduced in discourse.

Cataplexy refers to a muscle weakness or paralysis. It is a symptom of Narcolepsy. It is often triggered by strong emotion.

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