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Deutsch: Somatoform / Español: Somatoforme / Português: Somatoforme / Français: Somatoforme / Italiano: Somatoforme
Somatoform disorders marked by unpleasant or painful physical symptoms that have no apparent organic cause and that are often not physiologically possible, suggesting that psychological factors are involved.
In psychology, somatoform refers to a category of disorders characterized by physical symptoms that suggest a medical Condition but are not fully explained by a general medical condition, the direct effects of a substance, or another mental disorder. The term is associated with the expression of psychological distress through physical means.
Somatoform disorders refer to a variety of conditions in which a person's psychological conflicts become translated into physical problems or complaints.
Deutsch: Somatosensorisch / Español: Somatosensorial / Português: Somatossensorial / Français: Somatosensoriel / Italiano: Somatosensoriale
Somatosensory in the psychology context refers to the sensory system that processes input from the body about touch, pressure, temperature, pain, and proprioception (the sense of body position and movement). This system allows individuals to perceive and respond to changes in their environment and internal states.
Somnambulism refers to sleepwalking.
It is the purposeful moving, usually but not always including walking, while in a deep stage of sleep.
Deutsch: Sophist / Español: Sofista / Português: Sofista / Français: Sophiste / Italiano: Sofista
A Sophist in the psychology context refers to an individual who uses clever but deceptive reasoning, often manipulating arguments to appear logical or sound while hiding flaws in their thinking. Though originally from ancient Greek philosophy, where Sophists were teachers of rhetoric and persuasion, in psychology, the term carries a connotation of using misleading or fallacious reasoning to influence others, often for personal gain or manipulation.
Deutsch: Raffinesse / Español: Sofisticación / Português: Sofisticação / Français: Sophistication / Italiano: Sofisticazione /
In psychology, "sophistication" refers to the level of complexity, refinement, or maturity in an individual's thinking, behavior, or cognitive processes. It represents an advanced or developed state of understanding, judgment, or decision-making. Sophistication in psychology is not limited to intellectual prowess but encompasses emotional and social intelligence as well. In this article, we will explore the concept of sophistication in psychology, provide examples, discuss potential risks and application areas, offer recommendations for fostering sophistication, and briefly touch upon historical and legal perspectives. Finally, we will list some similar psychological concepts related to cognitive development and maturity.