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.

Personal settings is defined as a conversational setting in which there is a free exchange of turns among two (2) or more participants.

Action tremor refers to a tremor that occurs during the performance of voluntary movements which includes postural, isometric, kinetic, and intention tremors.

External stress refers to the stress on the human system caused by an aspect outside of the body, such as the task itself, the physical environment, work-rest schedules and social relationships.