Glossary R
Glossary R
Deutsch: Erinnerung / Español: recuerdo / Português: lembrança / Français: souvenir / Italiano: ricordo
The concept of remembrance plays a fundamental role in human cognition, culture, and identity. It encompasses both individual and collective processes of recalling past events, emotions, or knowledge, shaping personal narratives and societal traditions. Beyond mere memory, it often carries emotional or ceremonial significance, influencing how individuals and communities preserve history.
Deutsch: Reminiszenz / Español: Reminiscencia / Português: Reminiscência / Français: Reminiscence / Italiano: Reminiscenza
Reminiscence is the process of thinking or telling about past experiences.
In the context of psychology, reminiscence refers to the act of recalling past experiences or events, often involving a reflective process. This concept is commonly explored within the fields of cognitive psychology and gerontology and is significant in therapeutic settings, especially among older adults.
Deutsch: Remission / Español: Remisión / Português: Remissão / Français: Rémission / Italiano: Remissione
Remission in the psychology context refers to a reduction or disappearance of symptoms associated with a mental health disorder, indicating a period of improvement or recovery. It does not necessarily mean a permanent cure, but rather a significant alleviation of the symptoms that were previously affecting the individual's daily functioning.
Deutsch: Renaissance / Español: Renacimiento / Português: Renascimento / Français: Renaissance / Italian: Rinascimento
Renaissance in the psychology context refers to the rebirth or revival of certain ideas, theories, or approaches within the field of psychology. This term is used metaphorically to describe periods where there is a renewed interest and development in psychological concepts that may have been previously neglected or undervalued.
Deutsch: Miete / Español: alquiler / Português: aluguel / Français: loyer / Italiano: affitto
In psychology, rent does not have a direct, universally recognised meaning. However, it may appear metaphorically or conceptually in certain contexts, particularly in discussions of mental "space," emotional "costs," or socio-economic factors influencing psychological well-being. For example, the term might be used to explore the psychological implications of housing stability, financial stress, or metaphorical emotional "costs" in relationships or mental processes.
Deutsch: Wiederholte Gedanken / Español: Pensamientos repetitivos / Português: Pensamentos repetitivos / Français: Pensées répétitives / Italiano: Pensieri ripetitivi
Repeated thoughts are persistent, recurring thoughts that an individual may find difficult to control or dismiss. In the context of psychology, these thoughts can be a symptom of various mental health conditions, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and depression. Understanding the nature and impact of repeated thoughts is crucial for diagnosing and treating these conditions effectively.
Repertory grid also known as Kelly Grid refers to a technique drawn from Personal Construct Psychology devised by psychologist George Kelly which is used to understand the way in which an individual employs his/her own experience in order to make sense of the world. Please see Kelly Grid.