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Comparison level (CL)

Comparison level (CL) is a term used in Kelley and Thibaut's 1978 Interdependence model, the minimum outcome level one finds satisfactory. In John Thibaut and Harold Kelle's Social exchange theory, the standard by which the individual evaluates the quality of any social relationship. In most cases, individuals whose prior relationships yielded positive rewards with few costs will have higher CLs than those who experienced fewer rewards and more costs in prior relationships.

Comparison level for alternatives

Comparison level for alternatives refer to people's expectations about the level of rewards and punishments they would receive in an alternative relationship

Comparison level of alternatives (CLalt)

Comparison level of alternatives (CLalt) is a term used In Kelley and Thibaut's 1978 Interdependence model, the outcome level one believes one could obtain in alternative relationships.

Compartmentalization

Compartmentalization refers to the process of separating parts of the self from awareness of other parts and behaving as if one had separate sets of values.

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Compassion

Compassion is defined as "feeling with" another person that involves presence, active listening, and empathy.

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Compassion fatigue

Compassion fatigue is a term used to describe an experience of mental health workers or other caregivers who experience a gradual lessening of compassion over time; a growing sense that caring for clients seems like a chore.

Compatibility

Deutsch: Kompatibilität / Español: Compatibilidad / Português: Compatibilidade / Français: Compatibilité / Italiano: Compatibilità /

In the psychology context, compatibility refers to the degree to which two individuals are able to coexist harmoniously in a Relationship, whether romantic, platonic, or professional. This concept encompasses the alignment of personality traits, values, interests, and life goals between individuals, contributing to the satisfaction and stability of their relationship. Compatibility is a multifaceted construct that influences how well individuals understand each other, resolve conflicts, and support one another's growth and well-being.

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Compatibility principle

Compatibility principle refers to a theory stating that a measure of attitudes will correlate highly with a measure of behavior only when the two measures are matched in terms of being general/broad or specific/narrow

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