Glossary C
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Community psychology is a branch of Psychology that focuses on the individual as part of the social settings and systems they belong to.
Deutsch: Gemeindedienst / Español: Servicio Comunitario / Português: Serviço Comunitário / Français: Service Communautaire / Italian: Servizio Comunitario
Community service is a form of voluntary work intended to help people in a particular area. In the psychology context, community service can be a therapeutic tool and a means of social integration, fostering a sense of Purpose, belonging, and mental well-being.
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Comorbidity refers to the overlapping of two (2) or more disorders at a rate that is greater than would be expected by chance alone.
Deutsch: Begleitende Liebe / Español: Amor Compañero / Português: Amor Companheiro / Français: Amour Compagnon / Italiano: Amore Companion /
Companionate love refers to the feelings of intimacy and affection we feel for another person when we care deeply for the person but do not necessarily experience passion or arousal in his or her presence.
Deutsch: Kameradschaft / Español: Compañerismo / Português: Companheirismo / Français: Compagnonnage / Italiano: Compagnia
Companionship in the psychology context refers to the feeling of fellowship or friendship that provides emotional support, reduces feelings of loneliness, and enhances one's sense of belonging and happiness. It involves meaningful connections with others, such as friends, family members, romantic partners, or even pets, offering mutual support and shared experiences. In psychology, companionship is recognized as a fundamental human need, vital for emotional well-being and mental health.
Deutsch: Vergleichbarkeit / Español: Comparabilidad / Português: Comparabilidade / Français: Comparabilité / Italiano: Comparabilità
In psychology, the concept of comparability refers to the degree to which different psychological constructs, measurements, or findings can be meaningfully compared. This involves assessing whether the underlying factors influencing these constructs are similar enough to allow valid comparisons across different contexts, populations, or time periods. Comparability is crucial for ensuring the reliability and validity of psychological research, as it enables researchers to draw accurate conclusions and generalize findings across diverse settings.