Glossary Q
Glossary Q
Quality of life refers to the degree to which a person is able to maximize his or her physical, psychological, vocational, and social functioning; an important Indicator of recovery from or adjustment to chronic illness; a measure of physical status and functioning, psychological status, social functioning, and the presence of the disease- or treatment-related symptoms.
Likewise, Quality of life refers to a person's well-being and life satisfaction.
English: Quality Time / Deutsch: Qualitätszeit / Español: Tiempo de calidad / Português: Tempo de qualidade / Français: Temps de qualité / Italiano: Tempo di qualità
In the psychology context, Quality Time refers to periods spent engaged in meaningful activities or interactions that foster a sense of connection, understanding, and emotional closeness between individuals. This concept is crucial in Relationship psychology, emphasizing the importance of dedicating focused and undivided attention to strengthen bonds with loved ones, whether in family settings, friendships, or romantic relationships. Quality time is characterized by activities that allow for genuine interaction and communication, contributing to the emotional well-being and satisfaction of the individuals involved.
Quality-adjusted life year is also called QALY.
Deutsch: Quantitative Daten / Español: Datos cuantitativos / Português: Dados quantitativos / Français: Données quantitatives / Italiano: Dati quantitativi
Quantitative data refers to numerical information that can be measured and analysed statistically. In the psychology context, quantitative data is used to quantify behaviour, emotions, cognition, or other psychological phenomena by assigning them numerical values. This type of data allows psychologists to make objective, measurable comparisons and to identify patterns, trends, and relationships between variables.
Deutsch: Menge / Español: Cantidad / Português: Quantidade / Français: Quantité / Italiano: Quantità
Quantity is a type of objective criterion used to measure job performance by counting the number of relevant job behaviors that occur.
In the context of psychology, quantity often refers to the amount or volume of a specific behavior, response, or mental process observed or measured during studies and assessments. This term can be used to describe both qualitative and quantitative aspects of psychological phenomena.