Glossary D
Glossary D
the process whereby we compare ourselves to people who are worse than we on a particular trait or ability, in Order to feel better about ourselves
The term "draft" refers to a preliminary or rough version of a plan, thought, or piece of writing. It is often used as a way to gather and organize one's thoughts, ideas, or experiences before refining them into a more polished form.
Deutsch: Entwurf einer Umweltverträglichkeitserklärung / Español: Declaración de Impacto Ambiental en Borrador / Português: Declaração de Impacto Ambiental Preliminar / Français: Ébauche de Déclaration d'Impact Environnemental / Italiano: Bozza di Dichiarazione di Impatto Ambientale
A Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is a preliminary version of a report that evaluates the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project or development. Although traditionally associated with environmental science, in the psychology context, it can be viewed as part of the broader examination of how environmental changes affect mental health and community well-being. The DEIS assesses how alterations to an ecosystem or community could impact stress levels, cognitive Functions, or social dynamics.
Deutsch: Entlastung / Español: Drenaje / Português: Drenagem / Français: Drainage / Italian: Drenaggio
Drainage in the psychology context does not refer to the physical process of removing excess water, but rather to the psychological process of releasing or managing emotional or mental stress. This concept is related to the idea of catharsis, emotional regulation, and coping mechanisms that help individuals deal with negative emotions or psychological burdens.