REAL-SIMULATOR MODEL
An experimental design where some participants in the model are instructed to simulate a psychological state while others in the…
REBOXETINE
A norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. The drug has little to no effect on neurotransmission of serotonin, dopamine, acetylcholine or histamine.
RECEPTIVITY
The period of time in which a female is most responsive to sexual overtones from a male. Receptivity defines her…
RECIPROCAL REGULATION
An adaption of behavior by a person or persons to changed conditions.
RECOMPENSATION
An improvement in the capacity of a living thing to adjust to the changing environmental conditions in order to minimize…
RECRUITMENT
In regard to neurophysiology, a rise in the quantity of neurons that react when a stimulus is sustained or amplified…
RED-GREEN RESPONSES
A theory of color vision wherein reactions of some retinal receptors are excitatory, whilst others are inhibitory to an identical…
REENACTMENT
Reliving past events in an attempt to restore the original emotions present during the initial event. See also: abreaction.
REFLECTED APPRAISALS
Feedback for evaluation which a subject acquires from other individuals. See also: looking-glass self.
REFLEXOGENOUS ZONE
A part of the body that produces a specific response to specific stimuli.
REGISTERED NURSE (RN)
Nurse who has accomplished completion of an accredited instructional course and passed licensing exams particular to their state.
REGULATORY BEHAVIOR
Efforts of organisms which are aimed at achieving physiological balance by maintaining basic, primary needs.
REINFORCEMENT
The act of strengthening a conditioned response; experimental introduction involving conditioned and unconditioned stimuli to achieve a specific response. A…
RELATIONSHIP SYSTEM
Including relationships not based on blood or affinity, a system which recognizes interpersonal bonds within a society or culture.
RELEASE FROM PROACTIVE INTERFERENCE
Reclamation of the ability to easily recall items in one category after changing categories of information to be recalled.
RELIGIOUS FAITH
Strong belief in supernatural forces which control human destiny. Adhering to standards of conduct required by the religion. Belief in…
REMEMBRANCE
Act or process of remembering or a condition of being remembered. A retained mental impression. Commemoration of an individual within…
REMOTIVATION
Various therapies, usually in a group setting, applied to help withdrawn patients in mental care facilities regain communication, vocational, or…