Psychology Glossary
Glossary of Psychology
The Glossary of Psychology describes everything about the World of Psychology. Terms, Treatments, biographies, ... .
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Acquired immune deficiency syndrome
The Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) refers to the disease caused by the human immunodeficiency (or immune deficiency) virus (HIV) that attacks the immune system and leaves the person susceptible to unusual infections.
Sphingomyelinase deficiency
Sphingomyelinase deficiency is another name of Niemann-Pick disease that refers to a biochemical disorder affecting a lipid (fat) called sphingomyelin which results resulting usually in progPhobia
A phobia refers to Psychological disorder characterized by marked and persistent fear of an object or situation.
Competitive Anxiety
Competitive Anxiety: Competition can cause athletes to react both physically (somatic) and mentally (cognitive) in a manner which can negatively affect their performance abilities.