Psychology Glossary
Glossary of Psychology
The Glossary of Psychology describes everything about the World of Psychology. Terms, Treatments, biographies, ... .
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Tumescence
Deutsch: Schwellung / Español: tumescencia / Português: tumescência / Français: tumescence / Italiano: tumescenza
Tumescence in the psychology context refers to the physiological process of swelling, particularly the engorgement of sexual organs, such as the penis or clitoris, due to increased blood flow, typically as a result of sexual arousal. This concept is often studied in relation to human sexual response, sexual health, and psychological conditions that affect sexual function.
Payment
Deutsch: Zahlung / Español: Pago / Português: Pagamento / Français: Paiement / Italiano: Pagamento
Payment in the psychology context refers to the exchange of money or other forms of compensation as it relates to psychological services, treatments, or participation in research studies. This concept encompasses the financial transactions involved in obtaining mental health Care, as well as the psychological impacts and motivations associated with monetary exchanges.
Drug and alcohol abuse
Drug and alcohol abuse can mess with your mind for a long time. These substances change how your brain works, leading to lasting mental health issues. The numbers show just how big this problem is. About 20% of Americans used illegal drugs last year, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration says 14.5 million people in the US have an alcohol use disorder. These facts highlight how common substance abuse is and its potential to cause long-term mental health problems.
Correspondence
Deutsch: Übereinstimmung / Español: Correspondencia / Português: Correspondência / Français: Correspondance / Italian: Corrispondenza
Correspondence in psychology refers to the degree to which different measurements or observations align with each other. It can pertain to the Relationship between behaviors and attitudes, the consistency between different self-reports, or the agreement between a person's perceptions and objective reality. This concept is crucial for understanding how accurately individuals perceive themselves and the world around them, as well as for validating psychological assessments and research findings.