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Deutsch: Substitution / Español: sustitución / Português: substituição / Français: substitution / Italiano: sostituzione
Substitution in psychology refers to a defence mechanism or coping strategy in which an individual replaces an unattainable or unacceptable desire, goal, or emotion with a more achievable or socially acceptable one. This process can occur consciously or unconsciously and is often used to reduce psychological stress or conflict.
Deutsch: Subtheorie / Español: Subteoría / Português: Subteoria / Français: Sous-théorie / Italiano: Sottoteoria
A **subtheory** in psychology refers to a specialized, subordinate framework within a broader theoretical model that addresses specific aspects of human cognition, behavior, or development. Unlike standalone theories, subtheories are designed to refine, extend, or operationalize the core principles of a parent theory, often targeting narrow but critical phenomena. Their role is to enhance explanatory precision while maintaining coherence with the overarching theoretical structure.
Subtraction in the Psychology Context:
In psychology, subtraction is not a mathematical operation but rather a cognitive process related to information processing and decision-making. It involves the removal or reduction of one or more elements, factors, or conditions from a situation or problem to evaluate the impact of these subtractions on cognition, behavior, or perception. Subtraction is commonly used in experimental design and cognitive psychology to understand the underlying mechanisms of various psychological phenomena. In this context, we will explore subtraction in psychology, provide examples, discuss recommendations for its application and study, and touch upon related psychological concepts.
Deutsch: Subtypisierung / Español: Subtipificación / Português: Subtipificação / Français: Subtypisation / Italiano: Sottotipizzazione
Subtyping refers to the psychological process by which individuals maintain their existing stereotypes or beliefs about a Group by creating a new category (or "subtype") for individuals who do not fit the typical characteristics of that group. This allows people to preserve their overarching stereotype while acknowledging exceptions to the rule.