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Unrealistic optimism

Unrealistic optimism is a form of defensive attribution wherein people think that good things are more likely to happen to them than to their peers and that bad things are less likely to happen to them than to their peers

Unrelenting Standards

Unrelenting Standards refer to the belief that you need to be the best, always striving for perfection or to avoid mistakes.

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Unresolved Issue

Deutsch: Ungeklärte Angelegenheit / Español: Asunto no resuelto / Português: Questão não resolvida / Français: Problème non résolu / Italiano: Questione irrisolta

An unresolved issue in the psychology context refers to a psychological conflict, emotional wound, or problematic situation from an individual’s past that has not been adequately addressed or processed. These issues often continue to affect a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, sometimes leading to various mental health challenges.

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Unresponsiveness

Deutsch: Unempfänglichkeit / Español: falta de respuesta / Português: falta de resposta / Français: non-réceptivité / Italiano: mancanza di risposta

Unresponsiveness in psychology refers to a lack of reaction or engagement with stimuli, people, or the environment. This can manifest in various ways, including emotional detachment, reduced physical or verbal responses, or an apparent withdrawal from social interaction. It is often associated with psychological or neurological conditions and can range from temporary states to chronic issues.

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Unsteadiness

In psychology, "unsteadiness" refers to a state of physical or emotional instability, where individuals experience a lack of balance or control over their thoughts, feelings, or actions. This Condition can manifest in various ways, including physical clumsiness, emotional instability, or cognitive difficulties. The concept of unsteadiness plays a significant role in understanding human behavior and mental well-being. In this article, we will explore the concept of unsteadiness in psychology, provide examples, discuss potential risks and application areas, offer recommendations for coping with unsteadiness, and briefly touch upon historical and legal perspectives. Finally, we will list some similar psychological concepts related to instability and control.

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Unstructured interview

Unstructured interview refers to a series of open-ended questions aimed at determining the client's reasons for being in treatment, symptoms, health status, family background, and life history.

Unwillingness

Deutsch: Unwilligkeit / Español: Falta de voluntad / Português: Falta de vontade / Français: Réticence / Italiano: Riluttanza /

Unwillingness in the Psychology Context:

In the realm of psychology, unwillingness refers to a psychological state or behavior characterized by resistance or reluctance to engage in certain actions, tasks, or behaviors. This concept is multifaceted and can manifest in various ways, impacting mental health, relationships, and personal development. In this discussion, we will explore the concept of unwillingness in psychology, provide examples, discuss recommendations for addressing it, and identify related psychological concepts.

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Upward

Deutsch: Aufwärts / Español: Ascendente / Português: Ascendente / Français: Ascendant / Italiano: Ascendente

The term upward in psychology refers to a directional concept that describes processes, comparisons, or movements oriented toward higher levels of a hierarchical structure, cognitive function, or social status. It often intersects with constructs such as social comparison, motivation, and developmental trajectories, where the focus lies on progression, improvement, or elevation within a defined system. While the term itself is not a standalone psychological theory, its application spans multiple subfields, including social, cognitive, and organizational psychology.

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