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Original sin

Original sin refers to the idea that children are inherently selfish egoists who must by controlled by society

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Original word game

Original word game is defined as a game in which adults teach children the names of words. Children point to an object and say, "What's that?" and the adult supplies the name.

Originality

Deutsch: Originalität / Español: Originalidad / Português: Originalidade / Français: Originalité / Italiano: Originalità

Originality in psychology refers to the ability to generate novel, unique, or innovative ideas, solutions, or perspectives that are not derived directly from pre-existing concepts. It is a key component of creativity, often associated with Divergent thinking and the capacity to approach problems or ideas in unconventional ways.

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Originator

Deutsch: Urheber / Español: Originador / Português: Originador / Français: Initiateur / Italiano: Originatore

Originator in the psychology context typically refers to an individual who initiates ideas, behaviors, or emotional expressions within a group, relationship, or cognitive process. The term can apply to both interpersonal dynamics and intrapersonal functions, highlighting the role of the initiator—whether of thought, change, creativity, or conflict.

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Originator compatibility

Originator compatibility is the compatibility between group members, as described by William Schutz, which occurs when individuals who wish to express inclusion, control, or affection within the group are matched with individuals who wish to receive inclusion, control, or affection from others.

Ortho Evra patch

Ortho Evra patch refers to a thin, peach-colored patch that sticks to the skin and time releases synthetic estrogen and progestin into the bloodstream to inhibit ovulation, increase cervical mucus, and render the uterus inhospitable Ortho Evra patch is also referred to as the "Patch"

Orthography

Orthography is defined as the representation of a sound by written or printed symbols.

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OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea)

- OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea) : OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea ) refers to a type of sleep Apnea in which the muscles in the throat collapse, blocking the airway.

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