DESCENT GROUP
A social group with a descent from a common ancestor. See bilateral descent- kinship network.
DETACHED RETINA
The separationof the inner layer of the retina from the outer pigment layer. Also called retinal detachment. See diabetic retinopathy.
DETOUR PROBLEM
Used in problem solving by looking at indirect or circuitous solutions as the most direct solution is blocked.
DEVELOPMENTAL TASK
Any physical, social, intellectual and emotional ability or acheivement needed to be acquired at each developmental stage of life. See…
DEXTROAMPHETAMINE
A sympathomimetic agent and stimulant formed from amphetamine. Also called dexamphetamine.
DIALOGUE (DIALOG)
1. A change of ideas between people. 2. Gestalt therapy where the client talks to a body part person or…
DIFFUSE-STATUS CHARACTERISTICS
Qualitites a person sees in others when estimating their value socially, ability and relative competency. See expectation states theory- status…
DIN COLOR SYSTEM
European system for colour by the attributes of hue, luminosity and saturation.
DIRECTIONAL CONFUSION
A difficulty in choosing left from right and other directions such as uptown and downtown.
DISCONTINUITY HYPOTHESIS
Gestalt psychology.Where the viewpoint emphasises the role of our sudden insight when solving a problem.