Glossary P

- PNI (Psychoneuroimmunology) : PNI is the acronym of Psychoneuroimmunology that refers to the study of connections among psychological stress, nervous system functioning, and the immune system.

Pococurante means indifferent, apathetic, nonchalant. Pococurante also refers to a careless or indifferent person.

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Poikilothermic means maintaining the body at the same temperature as the environment

Poindexter refers to an extremely intelligent but socially inept person.

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Point of Origin refers to the location where an activity starts, like fire, accident, etc

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Deutsch: Polarisierung / Español: polarización / Português: polarização / Français: polarisation / Italiano: polarizzazione

In the context of psychology, polarization refers to the phenomenon where an individual's or group's attitudes or beliefs become more extreme over time, typically as a result of group discussions or exposure to like-minded opinions. This concept is particularly relevant in social psychology, where it helps explain changes in group dynamics and individual decision-making processes.

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Polemic is defined as a controversial argument. It also refers to a person who engages in arguments or controversy; a Controversialist.

Polemology refers to the science and study of human conflict and war.