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Escape

Escape may be defined as behavior that terminates a negative reinforcer. It means reducing discomfort by leaving frustrating situations or by psychologically withdrawing from them. Escape is also referring to a response to communication overload in which the employee leaves the organization to reduce the stress.

Escape behavior

Escape behavior is defined as a behavior that results in the termination of an aversive stimulus.

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Escape learning

Escape learning is defined as learning to make a response in order to end an aversive stimulus.

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Escape reaction

Escape reaction refers to animals reaction that sense a predator. They may run, flee or stay motionless in order to avoid contact

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Escapism

Deutsch: Eskapismus / Español: Evasión / Português: Escapismo / Français: Évasion psychologique / Italiano: Evasione

Escapism in psychology refers to the tendency to avoid or withdraw from reality through various activities or behaviours to cope with stress, anxiety, or dissatisfaction. It often involves seeking distraction or immersion in other experiences, such as entertainment, fantasies, or substance use, as a way of evading unpleasant emotions or situations.

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Escort agency

Escort agency is defined as an agency set up to arrange escorts for unaccompanied males; sexual services are usually involved.

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Esophagus

Esophagus refers to the tube leading from the pharynx to the stomach.

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Esprit de corps

Esprit de corps is defined as a feeling of unity, commitment, confidence, and enthusiasm for the group shared by most or all of the members.

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