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Humanity

Deutsch: Menschlichkeit / Español: Humanidad / Português: Humanidade / Français: Humanité / Italiano: Umanità

Humanity in psychology refers to the qualities that define human beings, particularly in terms of empathy, compassion, altruism, and social connection. It reflects the shared emotional and moral experiences that connect individuals to one another, fostering understanding, cooperation, and a sense of belonging. Humanity is a critical concept in psychological discussions of moral development, prosocial behaviour, and the factors that drive individuals to act in ways that benefit others and society as a whole.

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Humerus

Deutsch: Humerus / Español: Húmero / Português: Úmero / Français: Humérus / Italian: Omero

Humerus in the psychology context does not have a direct application since it is primarily an anatomical term referring to the long bone in the upper arm. However, if we consider the broader context of psychology and its intersection with health and bodily awareness, the humerus can be relevant in discussions about body image, physical health, and their psychological implications.

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Humidity

Deutsch: Feuchtigkeit / Español: Humedad / Português: Umidade / Français: Humidité / Italiano: Umidità

In psychology, humidity refers to the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can significantly influence human behavior, cognitive functions, and emotional states. Understanding the impact of humidity on psychological well-being is crucial for creating optimal living and working environments.

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Humiliation

Humiliation refers to a state of disgrace or loss of self-respect or of respect from others

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Humor Research

Deutsch: Humorforschung / Español: Investigación del humor / Português: Pesquisa sobre humor / Français: Recherche sur l'humour / Italiano: Ricerca sull'umorismo

Humor research in the psychology context refers to the scientific study of humor's nature, its psychological underpinnings, its effects on mental and physical health, and its role in social interactions and communication. This multidisciplinary field intersects with psychology, sociology, linguistics, and neuroscience to explore how and why humor is used by individuals, how it develops across the lifespan, and its therapeutic and relational benefits.

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Humoral immunity

Humoral immunity refers to fast acting immune response that defends the body against bacterial and viral infections that have not yet invaded the cells; mediated by B lymphocytes.

Humoral-mediated immunity

Humoral-mediated immunity refers to a form of immune reaction that takes place at the level of the tissue and involving immune cells circulating in the blood. Humoral-mediated immunity involves the action of B cells although the first stages are similar to the process for cell-mediated immunity.

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Huntingtin

Huntingtin refers to protein produced by the gene whose mutation leads to Huntington's disease

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