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Protection motivation theory

Protection motivation theory refers to a model of health Behavior that posits that Behavior is a function of both threat Appraisal and coping appraisal.

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Protection/avoidance strategy

Protection/avoidance strategy refers to
a Crime Control strategy which attempts to reduce criminal opportunities by changing people's routine activities, increasing guardianship, or by inc

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Protective factor

Protective factor refers to a variable that precedes a negative outcome of interest and decreases the chances that the outcome will occur.

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Protein hormone

Protein hormone is hormone composed of a long chain of amino acids.

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Protein kinase C

Protein kinase C is part of second messenger system that is activated by diacylglycerol and results in the activation of proteins in the cell.

Protestant

Protestant in the context of psychology refers to a psychological phenomenon associated with the Protestant work ethic. The term encompasses a set of beliefs, values, and behaviors that have been historically linked to Protestantism, particularly the Calvinist and Puritan traditions. This ethic emphasizes hard work, individual responsibility, thriftiness, and a sense of duty, often leading to high levels of motivation and productivity. Psychologists have studied the influence of the Protestant work ethic on various aspects of human behavior, motivation, and personality.

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Protestant Ethic

Protestant Ethic means the belief in individualism, thrift, self-sacrifice, efficiency, personal responsibility, and productivity.

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Protestantism

Protestantism refers to the religious movement that denied the authority of the Pope and of Aristotle. It argued against church hierarchy and ritual and instead wanted a simple, deeply personal, and introspective religion like that described by St. Paul and St. Augustine.

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