Glossary C
Glossary C
In psychology, continuity--discontinuity is a theoretical framework that addresses how human development occurs over time. The basic question at the heart of this framework is whether development is a smooth, continuous process or whether it is marked by abrupt, discontinuous shifts.
Deutsch: Kontinuierliches Lernen / Español: Aprendizaje continuo / Português: Aprendizado contínuo / Français: Apprentissage continu / Italiano: Apprendimento continuo
Continuous learning is the ongoing process of learning new skills or knowledge on a regular basis. This concept is particularly relevant in the context of psychology, where it refers to the capacity of individuals to continually develop their cognitive, emotional, and social abilities throughout their lives.
Deutsch: Kontinuierlicher positiver Atemwegsdruck / Español: Presión positiva continua en las vías respiratorias / Português: Pressão positiva contínua nas vias aéreas / Français: Pression positive continue des voies aériennes / Italiano: Pressione positiva continua delle vie aeree
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is a therapeutic technique primarily used to treat sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It involves the use of a machine that delivers a continuous stream of air through a mask, helping to keep the airway open during sleep. While CPAP is mainly a medical treatment, its psychological relevance lies in its effects on cognitive function, mood, and overall mental health, particularly in individuals with sleep disorders.