Glossary I

Glossary I

Intuiting refers to a personality function that stresses having a hunch or guess about something, which may arise from the unconscious. Intuiting's polar opposite is Sensing.

Intuition refers to quick, impulsive thought that does not make use of formal logic or clear reasoning. In Descartes's philosophy, Intuition is the introspective process by which clear and distinct ideas are discovered.

Intuitionism is a term in fuzzy-trace theory, the tendency of people to prefer to think, reason, and remember by processing inexact. Fuzzy memory representations rather than working logically from exact, verbatim representations.

Intuitive scientists refer to untrained scientists who try to make causal judgments in a rational, scientific manner

Intuitive thought refers to thinking that makes little or no use of reasoning and logic. Intuitive thought is Piaget’s term for reasoning that is dominated by appearances (or perceptual characteristics of objects and events) rather than by rational thought processe

Intuitive versus instrumental grieving refers to Martin and Doka's terms used to contrast two (2) extremes in a spectrum of grieving styles; (1) Intuitive emphasizes experiencing and expressing emotion, and (2) Instrumental focuses on practical matters and problem solving; formerly, these might have been contrasted as "feminine” (or "conventional”) versus "masculine” styles, but the point to note is that this is essentially a matter of style, not gender.

Deutsch: Eindringling / Español: Invasor / Português: Invasor / Français: Envahisseur / Italiano: Invasore

In the psychology context, Invader does not directly refer to a specific psychological term or concept but can be interpreted metaphorically to describe elements or dynamics that intrude upon or disrupt an individual's mental or emotional state. This could involve external stimuli, intrusive thoughts, or unwelcome emotions that penetrate an individual's psychological barriers, often causing distress, anxiety, or other emotional disturbances. The concept of an invader in psychology underscores the impact of external or internal disruptions on mental health and well-being.

Invalidation in psychology refers to the act of rejecting, dismissing, or minimizing an individual's thoughts, feelings, or experiences. It involves discrediting or undermining a person's emotional or psychological reality, often leading to feelings of frustration, self-doubt, and emotional distress. Invalidation can occur in various forms, including denial, ridicule, or indifference, and can have significant negative effects on an individual's mental well-being and self-esteem.