EGO DEVELOPMENT
1. An infant's emerging consciousness being separate from others. 2. Classic psychoanalytical theory. Process where part of the id is…
EGO WEAKNESS
Psychoanalytical theory. The ability of the ego to control impulses and to tolerate frustration, disappointment and stress. Compare ego strength.
EGO-SYNTONIC
Being compatible with the ego or conscious self concept. Compare ego-dystonic.
ELABORATION-LIKELIHOOD MODEL (ELM)
Theory of persuasion where an attitude change occurs on a continuum of elaboration and thus may result in little scrutiny…
ELECTROLYTE IMBALANCE
Abnormal levels of electrolytes playing vital roles in fluid balance, acid-base balance and body cell function.
ELECTROSTIMULATION OF THE BRAIN (ESB)
Using electrical stimulation on the brain to find out the functions in an area.
EMOTIONAL DIVORCE
The marital relationship where both partners live separate lives with no interactions.
EMPIRICAL KNOWLEDGE
1. Philosophy. Knowledge gained from experience. 2. Sciences. Knowledge gained from experiment and observation. See empiricism.
EMPLOYMENT COUNSELING
Counselling that is designed to help a person with work related issues.
ENACTIVE REPRESENTATION
Representing objects and events through action and movement. See enactive mode.
ENCOPRESIS
The repeated and involuntary defecation occurring after age 4 not due to a general mental condition. Compare fecal incontinence.