Glossary C

Chinese room refers to a thought experiment developed by Searle that supposedly shows that artificial intelligence is impossible

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Chlamydia refers to a bacterial STI ; although often asymptomatic, it is thought to be one of the most damaging of all the STIs. (see STI) Chlamydia is also defined as an organism causing a sexually transmitted disease ; the symptoms in males are a thin, clear discharge and mild pain or urination; females are frequently asymptomatic.

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Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) refers to first drug found to relieve the positive symptoms of Schizophrenia

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Deutsch: Wahl / Español: Elección / Português: Escolha / Français: Choix / Italiano: Scelta

In psychology, the concept of "choice" refers to the process of selecting between two or more alternatives. This fundamental aspect of human behavior is studied extensively to understand decision-making processes, cognitive functions, and behavioral outcomes. The study of choice helps psychologists explore how individuals make decisions, what factors influence these decisions, and how choices impact mental health and well-being.

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Choice delay task refers to the activity in which people can choose between a reward now and a slightly larger one later.

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Choice phase is a term used in Tiedeman's career decision model that refers to the phase when the person decides which action alternative to follow. The decision is solidified in the person's mind as he or she elaborates the reasons why the decision is beneficial. As the person develops a commitment to executing the decision, there is a sense of relief and optimism

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Choice reaction time refers to a measure of the speed of mental processing in which the subject has to choose between one of several responses depending on which stimulus is presented.

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Choice-Dilemmas Questionnaire refers to a self -report measure of willingness to make risky decisions that asks respondents to read a series of scenarios involving a course of action that may or may not yield financial, interpersonal, or educational benefits, then indicate what the odds of success would have to be before they would recommend the course of action.