Glossary D
Glossary D
Depersonalization refers to the feelings of being detached from oneself.
Depersonalization disorder refers to Dissociative disorder in which feelings of Depersonalization are so severe they dominate the individual’s life and prevent normal functioning.
In psychology, depiction refers to the representation of people, events, or situations through various forms of media, such as art, literature, film, or music. Depiction can have a significant impact on how individuals perceive and understand the world around them, as well as how they form attitudes and beliefs about different groups or individuals.
Depolarization refers to the reduction in the level of polarization across a membrane; when the inside of a neuron becomes more positive, as occurs during the initial phases of the action potential. Depolarization is usually associated with the action of excitatory neurotransmitters.
Deutsch: Depravation / Español: Depravación / Português: Depravação / Français: Dépravation / Italiano: Depravazione
Depravation, in the psychology context, refers to a state of moral or behavioural corruption, deterioration, or deviation from societal norms or personal values. This term is often used to describe extreme maladaptive behaviours, attitudes, or conditions that reflect a loss of ethical grounding or integrity.