Psychology Glossary
Lexicon of Psychology - Terms, Treatments, Biographies,

0 • A • B • C • D • E • F  • G • H •  I  • J • K • L  • M • N • O • P • Q  • R • S • T • U • V  • W • X • Y • Z

Latest Articles

  • Brain Fog
  • Cognitive Content
  • Wellbutrin
  • Flight Of Ideas
  • Animal Research
  • Nano needling
  • Affective Aggression
  • Boat Accidents
  • Conditioned Trauma Response
  • Affiliation Motive
  • Codependence
  • Executive Attention
  • Basic Trust
  • Agape Love
  • Bidirectional Relationship

Most Read

1: Dyadic relationships
2: Corey’s model of ethical decision-making
3: Mirror-image perceptions
4: Atavistic Stigmata
5: Egalitarian family
6: Contingency
7: Deviation IQ
8: Criminaloids
9: Multiple approach-avoidance conflict
10: Mentality
11: Misandry
12: Emotional Connection
13: Ability
14: Empty Love
15: Behavior
16: Evaluation apprehension
17: Leniency error
18: Puzzles and Games in Therapy
19: Passive compliance
20: Generalization gradient
(As of 16:23)

Statistics

  • Users 7687
  • Articles 13911

Who's Online

We have 4594 guests and no members online

  1. You are here:  
  2. Home
  3. Glossary / Lexicon
  4. Glossary P

Glossary I

Glossary I

Intuitiveness

Deutsch: Intuitivität / Español: Intuitividad / Português: Intuitividade / Français: Intuitivité / Italiano: Intuitività

In psychology, intuitiveness refers to the ability to understand or know something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning. This concept is crucial in understanding human cognition, decision-making processes, and user experience design. Intuitiveness plays a significant role in how individuals interact with their environment and technology, influencing efficiency and satisfaction.

Read more …

Invader

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.

Read more …

Invalidation

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.

Read more …

Invalidity

Invalidity in the context of psychology refers to a state of being perceived or feeling invalidated, where an individual's thoughts, emotions, or experiences are dismissed, ignored, or belittled by themselves or others. It can have detrimental effects on mental well-being, self-esteem, and relationships. Invalidity often arises from a lack of validation or empathy, and it is crucial to understand and address this phenomenon for the sake of emotional health and healthy interpersonal interactions. In this article, we will explore the concept of invalidity in psychology, provide examples, discuss risks and application areas, offer recommendations for dealing with invalidation, briefly touch on historical and legal aspects, and conclude with a list of similar psychological concepts.

Read more …

Invariance hypothesis

Invariance hypothesis refers to the theory that holds that the left hemisphere of the brain has the adult specialization for language from birth.

Invariant developmental sequence

Invariant developmental sequence refers to a series of developments that occur in one particular order because each development in the sequence is a prerequisite for the next.

Read more …

Invariant prescription

Invariant prescription refers to a single directive given to parents, designed to create clear boundaries between parents and children.

Read more …

Invention

Deutsch: Erfindung / Español: Inventiva / Português: Invenção / Français: Invention / Italiano: Invenzione

In psychology, the term "invention" refers to the creative process of generating new ideas, solutions, or products. It is closely related to creativity and problem-solving, often involving the development of novel concepts that address specific needs or challenges. This process is fundamental in various fields, including art, science, and technology, and is studied to understand human cognitive abilities and innovative behaviors.

Read more …

Page 95 of 104

  • 90
  • 91
  • 92
  • 93
  • 94
  • 95
  • 96
  • 97
  • 98
  • 99
  • Psychology Glossary
  • Glossary / Lexicon
  • Legal Notice / Impressum

Login

  • Forgot your password?
  • Forgot your username?