Glossary G

Deutsch: Richtlinie / Español: Directriz / Português: Diretriz / Français: Directive / Italiano: Linea guida

Guideline in the psychology context refers to systematically developed statements designed to assist practitioners and patients in making decisions about appropriate treatments and health practices. These guidelines are informed by research, clinical Expertise, and patient values to promote best practices in psychological assessment, intervention, and ethical conduct.

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Guilford's structure-of-the-intellect model . Please see Structure-of-the-intellect model.

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Guilt refers simply a negative affective state in which one experiences regret at having done something one believes one "should not" have done.

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Guilty but mentally ill (GBMI) refers to a finding that an offender is guilty of the criminal offense with which they are charged but, because of their prevailing mental condition, they are generally sent to psychiatric hospitals for treatment rather than to prison.

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Guinea pig refers to a small rodent of the genus Cavia, but is also used referring to someone or something used as a subject of experimentation from the existing fact that guinea pigs were formerly used for experimentation.]

Gulag refers to he system of forced-labor camp in the former Soviet Union. Gulag, moreover, refers to any prison or forced-labor camp, especially one for political prisoners. It also refers to a place of great hardship.

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Deutsch: Gutgläubigkeit / Español: Ingenuidad / Português: Inocência / Français: Naïveté / Italiano: Ingenuità

Gullibility refers to the tendency to be easily persuaded or deceived, often due to a lack of critical thinking or skepticism. This psychological trait can manifest in various contexts, from personal relationships to financial decisions. Understanding gullibility is crucial in psychology as it helps in identifying vulnerabilities in human behavior.

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Gulosity means gluttony; greediness.

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