TEST SOPHISTICATION
familiarity with a specific test or kind of test, that may impact the score achieved on future tests.
TRANSITIONAL PROBABILITY
the likelihood of progressing from one state or condition to another state or condition.
VERBAL CONDITIONING
the conditioning of a verbal reaction via reinforcement, generally rendered in the form of reward or positive attention. The experiment…
VERIFICATION
noun. the procedure of mandating the truth or correctness of something, specifically the utilization of unbiased, empirical information to challenge…
THERAPEUTIC ALLIANCE
a well-aligned working union between patient and therpay professional, though by a great many to be a vital facet of…
TREATMENT BIAS
1. a propensity for the form of remediation rendered unto a patient to be determined or impacted by the social…
VISUAL ILLUSION
a misinterpretation of exterior visual stimulants which takes place as an outcome of either a pathological condition or a misperception…
PRODROMAL SYNDROME
A syndrome characterized by traits the may predispose an individual to develop a psychological or neurological disorder.
PSYCHODYNAMIC PSYCHOTHERAPY
Psychotherapy strong on psychoanalytical tradition; viewing individuals as reacting to unconscious forces. Common traits of the psychodynamic approach are an…
PURPOSIVISM
An explanation of actions or behaviors based on goals and purposes. of those being observed.
RECIPROCAL DETERMINISM
An assertion that a reciprocal relation exists among environment, behavior and the individual. That is to say, that instead of…
REM REBOUND
Lengthening and increasing frequency and depth of REM sleep. Often occurs after a period of sleep deprivation
RESTORATIVE ENVIRONMENT
Any surroundings or natural setting which assists in rejuvenation or recovery from tension or chronic fatigue.
SCIENTIFIC METHOD
Refers to a body of techniques for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge. To be…
PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
Professional ethics are rules of conduct for a specific profession and are generally drawn up by members of the professional…
PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
Interpretation and integration of gathered data to come to a conclusion regarding the psychological and physiological state of a particular…
PYGMALION EFFECT
An effect caused by the expectations of a superior regarding the performance of their subordinates. It has been called a…
RECONSTRUCTION
During psychoanalysis, the review and examination of past events which have resulted in current emotional problems. Also, the analytical rebuilding…