Glossary I
Glossary I
Iron law of oligarchy refers to Robert Michels’s principle of political and social control which predicts that in any group where power is concentrated in the hands of a few individuals (an oligarchy), these individuals will tend to act in ways that protect and enhance their power.
Irony refers to statements in which the intended meaning is opposite of the stated meaning
Irrational belief is defined as unreasonable views or convictions that produce emotional and behavioral problems.
Deutsch: Irrationale Liebe / Español: Amor Irracional / Português: Amor Irracional / Français: Amour Irrationnel / Italiano: Amore Irrazionale /
Irrational love refers to a kind of love that exists in abusive relationships, one-sided relationships, or when a person has a strong physical, mental, or emotional attachment to an inanimate object.Irrationalism refers to any explanation of human behavior stressing determinants that are not under rational control, for example, explanations that emphasize the importance of emotions or unconscious mechanisms.
Deutsch: Irrationalität / Español: Irracionalidad / Português: Irracionalidade / Français: Irrationalité / Italian: Irrazionalità
Irrationality in psychology refers to thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that are not based on reason, logic, or empirical evidence. It often involves actions or decisions that contradict objective reality and can lead to negative consequences for the individual.