Glossary E
Glossary E
Exposure and response prevention refers to the form of behavior therapy in which clients intentionally approach situations (places, specific animals or insects, body sensations, or thoughts, for example) that make them feel fearful (the cockroaches) without leaving the situation or engaging in any avoidance behaviors.
- Exposure and Ritual Prevention (EX/RP) : Exposure and Ritual Prevention (EX/RP) refers to a treatment method used primarily with Obsessive-compulsive disorders in which patients are exposed to the feared stimulus for an hour or more at a time. They are then asked to refrain from participating in rituals such as continually checking the door to see if they have closed it.
- Exposure plus response prevention : Exposure plus response prevention refers to a behavioral technique usually used for the treatment of Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD). In this technique, the patient is exposed to the situation that spurs his or her obsession (example, touching a doorknob) and is prevented from engaging in the compulsive behavior that relieves the obsession (example, repeated hand washing). Ultimately, the patient will habituate to his or her obsession, and the compulsive behavior will be extinguished.
English: Express Gratitude / Deutsch: Dankbarkeit ausdrücken / Español: Expresar gratitud / Português: Expressar gratidão / Français: Exprimer la gratitude / Italiano: Esprimere gratitudine
In the psychology context, to Express Gratitude means to acknowledge and show appreciation for the benefits one has received or will receive, whether from other people, circumstances, or the wider environment. It involves recognizing the good in one’s life and can significantly impact mental and emotional well-being. Psychological research has shown that the practice of expressing gratitude is associated with increased happiness, reduced depression, and improved relationships. It shifts focus from what is lacking to what is abundantly present, fostering a positive mindset.
Deutsch: Ausdruck / Español: expresión / Português: expressão / Français: expression / Italiano: espressione
In psychology, expression refers to the observable manifestation of internal states, emotions, thoughts, or intentions through verbal, nonverbal, or behavioral means. It serves as a fundamental mechanism for communication and social interaction, bridging the gap between subjective experience and external perception. The study of expression spans multiple subfields, including emotional psychology, social psychology, and neuroscience, each examining its role in human cognition and behavior.