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RANGE FRACTIONATION

Hypothetically, range fractionation states the a wide range of values describing intensity can be encoded by cells, each one a

RAPPORT

Rapport is not only a warm, relaxed relationship between individuals, it is a goal of a therapist with regards to

RATIO REINFORCEMENT

Reinforcement presented after a prearranged number of responses.

RATIONALITY OF EMOTIONS

Rationality of emotion proposed that emotions show a logical bent in that they follow from appraisal made by the individual

REACTION POTENTIAL

In Hull's theory of learning, the probability of a certain stimulus causing a particular response.

READABILITY LEVEL

The level at which a child can read successfully. It is usually classified by grade level, as in "a third

REAFFERENCE

The signals received by a sensory area of the brain when the sensory organ itself is moved. An example being

REALITY TESTING

Any means by which an individual is able to clearly asses his or her limitations as they relate to biological,

REBOUND EFFECT

An intensification of behavior following a period of repression.

RECEPTIVE FIELD

The distinct region associated with the stimulation needed to cause a response from a sensory cell. For example the retinal

RECIPROCAL INNERVATION

A principle in motor neuron activity maintaining that when one set of muscles receives a signal for reflexive response, the

RECOLLECTION

The action of recalling past incidents and activities, an operation that takes place automatically in everyday life, as well as

RECOVERY, INC

For subjects having severe mental health issues, a self-help organization that directs focus to willpower exercises and methods which help

RED REFLEX

Reddish-orange reflection from the vascular retina observed when the retina is examined with an ophthalmoscope, the absence of which can

REDUPLICATED BABBLING

Utterance of the same syllable; usually occurs in infants and is a precursor of intelligible speech.

REFERRED PAIN

Reception of pain signals from a part of the body unaffected by pain stimuli.

REFLEX STRENGTH

Inherent power of a reflex based on the stimulus provided.

REGIMEN

A plan or regulated course of treatment whose goal is to effect a positive result, usually involving diet, exercise, or

REGRET

Disappointment or distress experienced when recalling a past event.