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Narcotic

Narcotic is defined as a central nervous system depressant that contains sedative and pain-relieving properties. Narcotics are powerful and highly addictive depressants. Narcotics (Opiates) are drugs derived from opium that are capable of relieving pain.

Nark

Nark refers to an annoying person. Nark may also refer to a stool pigeon or informer. Nark also means to irritate or annoy.

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Narradrama

Narradrama refers to the combination of drama therapy and narrative therapy in which individuals can act out their stories.

Narrative

Narrative is defined as a verbal description of past events that is no longer than a single utterance.

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Narrative discourse

Narrative discourse refers to a form of discourse in which settings, characters, and plot play a central role.

Narrative therapy

Narrative therapy is a form of therapy that examines the stories by which people live and understand their lives and, where necessary, encourages the replacement of ineffective stories with effective ones.

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Narrowed inferences

Narrowed inferences refers to the Step 4 of the Inverted pyramid method of case conceptualization.

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Narrower

Deutsch: enger / Español: más estrecho / Português: mais restrito / Français: plus étroit / Italiano: più ristretto

Narrower in psychology refers to the process or tendency to focus on specific aspects of a broader concept, situation, or problem, often by limiting attention, scope, or options. This narrowing can occur in cognitive processes, emotional experiences, or behavioural responses, and it may have both adaptive and maladaptive implications depending on the context.

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