Glossary V

Deutsch: Varietät

The term "variety" refers to the range or diversity of something. This can refer to a variety of different concepts or phenomena within psychology, such as the range of emotions or behaviors that an individual experiences, the diversity of cultural or social experiences that shape an individual's development, or the variety of treatment options or interventions that are available to address a particular problem or challenge.

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Vascular dementia refers to a form of Dementia resulting from a vascular disease that causes deprivation of the blood supply to the brain. It is a progressive brain disorder involving loss of cognitive functioning caused by blockage of blood flow to the brain, that appears concurrently with other neurological signs and symptoms.

Vascular system refers to the blood supply system of arteries and veins.

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Vasocongestion refers to the movement of blood flow into the genitals resulting in a variety of responses including erection in men and lubrication in women

VDT acronym for Video Display Terminal. A computer monitor may also be called a Video Display Terminal.

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Deutsch: Vegetarische Ernährung / Español: Dieta Vegetariana / Português: Dieta Vegetariana / Français: Régime Végétarien / Italian: Dieta Vegetariana

Vegetarian diet in the psychology context refers to a dietary choice where individuals abstain from consuming meat and, often, other animal products. This choice can have various psychological implications and motivations, including ethical beliefs, health considerations, environmental concerns, and cultural influences.

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Vegetative features refer to bodily symptoms often seen in conjunction with mood disorders, that includes insomnia, poor appetite, and low energy.

Venereal wart refers to wart-like growth on the genitals. Venereal wart is confined primarily to the moist skin of the genitals.

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