Psychology Dictionary - Psychology Terms from A to Z
The glossary contains an A to Z listing of psychological terms with definitions and examples.
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A Index (22)
N Index (5)
B Index (7)
O Index (4)
C Index (29)
P Index (11)
D Index (10)
Q Index (1)
E Index (8)
R Index (6)
F Index (6)
S Index (15)
G Index (6)
T Index (3)
H Index (6)
U Index (3)
I Index (6)
V Index (3)
J Index (2)
W Index (4)
K Index (2)
X Index (1)
L Index (7)
Y Index (2)
M Index (7)
Z Index (2)
Abnormal Psychology Definition
A segment of psychology that deals with psychopathology and abnormal behavior...
A segment of psychology that deals with psychopathology and abnormal behavior...
Absolute Threshold Definition
The smallest detectable level of a stimulus...
The smallest detectable level of a stimulus...
Accommodation Definition
Initially proposed by Piaget, the term refers to part of the adaptation process...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
A term referring to another part of the adaptation process initially proposed by Piaget...