Psychology Glossary: B Index
These are brief definitions of psychology terms beginning with B. Click on the term for a more detailed definition.
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |
What Is a Blind Spot?
The blind spot is the location on the retina known as the optic disk where the optic nerve fiber exit the back of the eye. Because there are no cones or rods at this point on the retina, there is a very small gap in the visual field...
The blind spot is the location on the retina known as the optic disk where the optic nerve fiber exit the back of the eye. Because there are no cones or rods at this point on the retina, there is a very small gap in the visual field...
Basic Research
Refers to study and research on pure science that is meant to increase our scientific knowledge base...
Refers to study and research on pure science that is meant to increase our scientific knowledge base...
Behavior Analysis Definition
Behavior analysis is a school of psychology based upon the foundations and principles of behaviorism...
Behavior analysis is a school of psychology based upon the foundations and principles of behaviorism...
Behaviorism
A term referring to the school of psychology founded by John Wastson based on the belief that behaviors can be measured, trained, and changed...
A term referring to the school of psychology founded by John Wastson based on the belief that behaviors can be measured, trained, and changed...
Biopsychology Definition
Biopsychology is the branch of psychology that analyzes how the brain and neurotransmitters influence our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings...
Biopsychology is the branch of psychology that analyzes how the brain and neurotransmitters influence our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings...
Borderline Personality Disorder Definition
Borderline personality disorder is a personality disorder characterized by poor self identity and intense episodes of depression, anxiety and irritability.
Borderline personality disorder is a personality disorder characterized by poor self identity and intense episodes of depression, anxiety and irritability.
Bystander Effect - Definition
The term bystander effect refers to the phenomenon in which the greater the number of people present, the less likely people are to...
The term bystander effect refers to the phenomenon in which the greater the number of people present, the less likely people are to...