Psychology Glossary
Glossary of Psychology
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Platonic Love
Deutsch: Platonische Liebe / Español: Amor platónico / Português: Amor platônico / Français: Amour platonique / Italiano: Amore platonico
Platonic love refers to a type of non-romantic, non-sexual affection characterized by deep emotional intimacy, intellectual connection, and spiritual admiration. Originating from the philosophical dialogues of Plato, particularly the Symposium, this concept has evolved within psychology to describe relationships that transcend physical desire while fostering mutual growth, trust, and understanding. Unlike conventional definitions of love, platonic love emphasizes the absence of erotic or possessive elements, instead prioritizing shared values, intellectual stimulation, and emotional support.
Mother complex
Deutsch: Mutterkomplex / Español: Complejo materno / Português: Complexo materno / Français: Complexe maternel / Italiano: Complesso materno
The Mother complex is a psychological concept rooted in analytical psychology, particularly associated with the work of Carl Jung. It describes a constellation of unconscious emotions, attitudes, and behavioral patterns that originate from an individual's relationship with their mother or primary caregiver. Unlike Freudian theories that emphasize early childhood experiences as deterministic, the mother complex highlights the dynamic interplay between conscious and unconscious forces shaping personality and interpersonal dynamics.
Prusiner
Prusiner in the psychology context refers to Dr. Stanley B. Prusiner, a prominent neurologist and biochemist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1997 for his discovery of prions, infectious proteins responsible for various neurodegenerative diseases. Prusiner's groundbreaking research revolutionized the understanding of these diseases and their underlying mechanisms.
Alzheimer
Deutsch: Alzheimer / Español: Alzheimer / Português: Alzheimer / Français: Alzheimer / Italiano: Alzheimer
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects cognitive functioning, leading to severe memory loss, impaired thinking skills, and changes in behavior and personality. It is one of the most common forms of senility among the elderly; involves a progressive loss of memory and other cognitive functions.