Psychology Glossary

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Deutsch: Eindringling / Español: Invasor / Português: Invasor / Français: Envahisseur / Italiano: Invasore

In the psychology context, Invader does not directly refer to a specific psychological term or concept but can be interpreted metaphorically to describe elements or dynamics that intrude upon or disrupt an individual's mental or emotional state. This could involve external stimuli, intrusive thoughts, or unwelcome emotions that penetrate an individual's psychological barriers, often causing distress, anxiety, or other emotional disturbances. The concept of an invader in psychology underscores the impact of external or internal disruptions on mental health and well-being.

Deutsch: Next-In-Line-Effekt / Español: Efecto del siguiente en la fila / Português: Efeito do próximo na fila / Français: Effet du suivant dans la ligne / Italiano: Effetto del prossimo in fila

Next In Line Effect refers to a cognitive phenomenon observed in social psychology where individuals have difficulty remembering information about others who speak immediately before or after them in a sequence, such as in presentations or when taking turns speaking in a group. This effect is attributed to the individual's focus on their own performance and anxiety about being next, which detracts from their ability to process and encode the preceding or following person's information into memory.

Hydrocele refers to a condition in which there is an excessive accumulation of fluid within the tissue surrounding the testicle, which causes a scrotal mass.

Criminal law refers to the body of law which regulates those actions which have the potential to harm interests of the state or the federal government.