Glossary D

Glossary D

Dominatrix refers to a professional dominant woman who charges money to engage in bondage and discipline fantasy play with submissive clients.

Don Juanism is term that is used to describe men who engage in frequent or promiscuous sex. Don Juanism is also defined as an excessive, insatiable sex drive in a man. Don Juanism is also called Satyriasis.

- Donald Olding Hebb (1904 to 1985) : Donald Olding Hebb did pioneering research in Psychobiology under the influence of Lashley. He is publisher of the classic "The Organization of Behavior : A Neuropsychological Theory ", the book which brought much growth to the field of Neuropsychology.

Donaldson v. O’Connor refers to the Supreme Court decision that unanimously upheld lower court decisions stating that a hospital could not hold a patient against his will if he was not in danger of harming himself or others. It led to deinstitutionalization of state hospitals.

Donation in the Psychology Context: Understanding, Examples, Recommendations, and Related Concepts

Donation in the psychology context pertains to the act of voluntarily giving resources, whether it be money, time, or tangible goods, to a person or organization in need. While the act of donation itself may seem straightforward, it is a complex phenomenon that can be influenced by psychological factors, motivations, and societal norms. In this article, we will explore the concept of donation, provide examples of its applications, offer recommendations for effective donation strategies, discuss the psychological benefits of donation, and explore related psychological concepts.

Donders A reaction refers to a reaction time task in which one stimulus is linked with one response

Donders B reaction refers to a reaction time task in which there are two (2) or more responses, each linked to its own stimulus

Donnybrook is defined as a brawl, a free-for-all. Donnybrook is after a suburb in Dublin, Ireland where an annual fair called Donnybrook Fair was held until 1855. This Donnybrook Fair was known for its alcohol-fueled brawls.