Glossary E
Glossary E
Estimator variables refer to the characteristics of the witness, the crime, and the witness’s testimony that are not under the control of the justice system but that may provide information about the likely accuracy of an eyewitness identification
Estrangement in the psychology context refers to a state of emotional disconnection or detachment between individuals, often within the context of close relationships, such as family members or friends. It involves a sense of alienation, where one or more parties feel separated or distant from each other emotionally or psychologically. Estrangement can result from a variety of factors, including unresolved conflicts, differences in values or beliefs, or traumatic experiences within the Relationship.
Estrogen is defined as any of a number of female sex hormones. It is a hormone that produces female secondary sex characteristics and affects the menstrual cycle.
Deutsch: Ethisch belastete Bereiche / Español: Puntos éticos sensibles / Português: Pontos éticos sensíveis / Français: Points éthiques sensibles / Italiano: Punti etici sensibili /
Ethical "hot spots” is defined as ethical issues that have been particularly focused upon over the recent years and addressed in varying professional codes of ethics. These includes: confidentiality, competence, dual relationships and conflicts of interest, inappropriate fee assessment, informed consent, misrepresentation of credentials, and sexual relationships with clients.