ANDROGEN-INSENSITIVITY SYNDROME
a genetic disorder affecting males, carried on the X (male) chromosome. The disorder causes abnormalities in reproductive and genital development…
ANESTHETIC
n. any natural or synthetic substance that results in the person losing sensitivity to stimuli. May or may not produce…
ANIMAL DEFENSIVE BEHAVIOR
behavior used in the act of self-preservation, to avoid falling victim to another animal or predator. The function of this…
ANIMAL RIGHTS
the rights of animals to be free from human abuse, suffering, and exploitation - especially relating to human research. Although…
ANT ILIHIDINAL EGO
a term used in object relations theory (Fairburn, 1889-) to refer to a non-pleasurable, deprecatory, and sometimes hostile self-image. It…
ANTEROGRADE AMNESIA
loss of memory for events that occur after the onset of amnesia. Also involves a lack of new learning post-amnesia.…
ANTIBIOTICS
n. a family of drugs intended to destroy pathogenic bacterias and microorganisms. Usually produced from living cells or synthetic chemicals.…
ANTICIPATORY MOVEMENT
an instinctive movement based on (a) predicted changes in the environment (e.g., predictive smooth eye or hand movements to track…
ANTISOCIAL PERSONALITY DISORDER
a personality disorder characterized by chronic engagement in antisocial behavior (not due to any other mental illness). This behavior pattern,…
ANXIETY MANAGEMENT
therapies, primarily: cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, or other techniques that are intended to reduce anxiety. Examples include: biofeedback training, relaxation techniques, or…
APICAL DENDRITE
a specific type of dendrite that extends from a specific pyramidal cell, and extends to the outermost surface of the…
APOSTERIORI TEST
a statistical test of a null or alternative hypothesis that is formulated after a study is completed and the data…
APPETITE SUPPRESSANTS
pharmacological agents that reduce appetite and may be used to control body weight. They include the amphetamines and other stimulants…