Psychology Glossary
Glossary of Psychology
The Glossary of Psychology describes everything about the World of Psychology. Terms, Treatments, biographies, ... .
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Cognitive Flexibility
Deutsch: Kognitive Flexibilität / Español: Flexibilidad Cognitiva / Português: Flexibilidade Cognitiva / Français: Flexibilité Cognitive / Italiano: Flessibilità Cognitiva
Cognitive Flexibility in the context of psychology refers to the mental ability to switch between thinking about two different concepts, and to think about multiple concepts simultaneously. It's a crucial aspect of executive functions, which are a set of cognitive processes that manage, control, and regulate other cognitive processes. Cognitive flexibility enables individuals to adapt their thinking and behavior in response to changing environments, demands, and strategies. It is associated with resilience, problem-solving, and creativity, allowing people to effectively cope with new and unexpected situations, understand multiple perspectives, and integrate new information.
Ethical Practice
Deutsch: Ethische Praxis / Español: Práctica ética / Português: Prática ética / Français: Pratique éthique / Italiano: Pratica etica
Ethical practice in the psychology context refers to the adherence to established professional standards, guidelines, and principles that govern the conduct of psychologists and mental health professionals. These ethical guidelines are designed to protect the welfare of clients, ensure the integrity of the profession, and guide professionals in making judicious decisions in their practice.
Hospital Administration
Deutsch: Krankenhausverwaltung / Español: Administración hospitalaria / Português: Administração hospitalar / Français: Administration hospitalière / Italiano: Amministrazione ospedaliera
Hospital administration in the psychology context refers to the management and oversight of hospital operations and services related to mental health and psychological care. This includes the coordination of mental health services, oversight of psychiatric departments, management of staff including psychologists and psychiatrists, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients with psychological disorders or needs.
Readjustment
Deutsch: Anpassung / Español: Reajuste / Português: Reajustamento / Français: Réajustement / Italiano: Riassestamento
Readjustment in the psychology context refers to the process of adapting or coping with new situations, environments, or changes in one’s life. This concept is widely explored within various branches of psychology, including developmental, clinical, and health psychology, highlighting the importance of flexibility and resilience in human behavior. Readjustment involves both psychological and behavioral changes that individuals make in response to life transitions, stressors, or traumatic events, aiming to restore balance and well-being.