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Psychology Dictionary - Psychology Terms from A to ZThe glossary contains an A to Z listing of psychological terms with definitions and examples.
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 Index (12)
N Index (2)
B Index (2)
O Index (2)
C Index (21)
P Index (7)
D Index (7)
Q Index (1)
E Index (8)
R Index (4)
F Index (5)
S Index (11)
G Index (5)
T Index (1)
H Index (3)
U Index (3)
I Index (2)
V Index (2)
J Index (1)
W Index (4)
K Index (1)
X Index (1)
L Index (3)
Y Index (2)
M Index (4)
Z Index (1)
Abnormal Psychology Definition
A segment of psychology that deals with psychopathology and abnormal behavior... Absolute Threshold Definition
The smallest detectable level of a stimulus... Accommodation Definition
Initially proposed by Piaget, the term refers to part of the adaptation process... Acquisition Definition
The first stages of learning during which a response is established... Action Potential
An action potential is part of the process undergone during the firing of a neuron... Adaptation
A term referring to the ability to adjust to new information and experiences... Applied Research
Refers to scientific study and research that seeks to solve practical problems... Assimilation
A term referring to another part of the adaptation process initially proposed by Piaget... |
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