Psychology Glossary

The Glossary of Psychology describes everything about the World of Psychology. Terms, Treatments, biographies, ... .

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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.

Autokinetic phenomenon means : self (auto) motion (kinetic).

Amantadine is a synthetic antiviral agent that also has strong antiparkinsonian properties. It is sold in the United States under the brand name Symmetrel, and is also available under

: HYPNAGOGIC SLEEP
Hypnagogic sleep refers to a stage of sleep which is neither dreaming nor