Glossary G

Group –group conflict is defined as a conflict between two (2) or more groups.

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Grouping is a term in Piaget's Theory referring to a set of logically related operations.

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Grouping variables refer to variables, such as race or ethnicity usually statistically controlled for in analyses where culture is not the focus of the study.

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Groupmind refers to a supra-individual level of consciousness that links members in a psychic, telepathic connection.

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Groupthink refers to the result when group cohesion leads all members of the group to abandon realistic evaluation of the situation and follow the corporate group ideal.

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Growth is defined as the processes by which organisms increase in size, weight, strength, and other traits as they develop.

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Growth hormone is defined as the hormone synthesized and secreted by the anterior pituitary that stimulates growth of the skeleton and soft tissues during the growing years. Growth hormone is also involved in the mobilization of the body's energy stores.

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Deutsch: Wachstumsdenken / Español: Mentalidad de crecimiento / Português: Mentalidade de crescimento / Français: État d'esprit de croissance / Italiano: Mentalità di crescita

Growth mindset in the psychology context refers to the belief that one's abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, hard work, and learning. Coined by Psychologist Carol Dweck, this concept contrasts with a fixed mindset, where individuals believe their talents and abilities are innate traits that cannot be significantly changed.

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