DEPOLARIZATION
A reduction in the potential of a cell, usually a neuron. See action potential. Compare hyperpolarisation.
DICHOTIC LISTENING
Listening to a message in one ear and ignoring the different mesaage in the other ear.
DIRECT PERCEPTION
A theory that we can perceive an object on distal stimulus alone. See ecological perception. Compare constructivism.
DISCRIMINATION
1. Ability to distinguish between stimuli or objects that are different from one another. 2. Ability to respond in different…
DRIVE-REDUCTION THEORY
A theory of learning where the goal of motivated behaviour is to reduce the drive state. Compare drive induction theory.
DYNAMIC FORMULATION
The attempt to organise a clients information so the therapist can better treat and understand the client.
EGO-DEFENSIVE FUNCTION OF AN ATTITUDE
The role that an attitude plays in maintaining and enhancing our self esteem.
ENCEPHALIZATION
Transfer of cognitive functions from more primitive brain areas to cerebral centres during evolution. See evolution of the brain.
EPILEPTOGENIC FOCUS
The small area of the brain where the electrical impulses causing seizures originate.
ERROR OF OMISSION
A type of humanerror where a person leaves out an important action resulting in a function failing. Compare error of…
EVALUATION APPREHENSION
The uneasiness about being judges by others especially being judged by the experimenter.