Glossary D

Glossary D

Deinstitutionalisation refers to a policy that calls for the provision of supportive care and treatment for socially and medically dependent individuals in the community rather than in an institutional setting.

deinstitutionalization refers to systematic removal of people with severe mental illness or mental retardation from institutions like psychiatric hospitals.

Deinstitutionalization movement refers to the release of psychiatric patients into community treatment sites as a result of dramatic changes in public policy.

Deism is defined as the belief that God's creation of the universe exhausted his involvement with it.

Deutsch: Gottheit / Español: Deidad / Português: Divindade / Français: Divinité / Italiano: Divinità

Deity in the psychology context refers to a god or goddess in a polytheistic religion, or any divine figure or entity that is worshipped. In psychology, the concept of a deity is often explored within the framework of religious psychology, spirituality, and the psychological impact of religious beliefs on individuals' mental health, behavior, and worldview. Deities, as central figures in many religions, play a significant role in shaping individuals' beliefs, rituals, moral values, and coping mechanisms.

General Description

Deutsch: Gottheit / Español: Deidad / Português: Divindade / Français: Divinité / Italiano: Divinità

The psychological exploration of deity involves understanding how beliefs in deities influence human cognition, emotions, and social behavior. This includes examining the psychological functions of religious beliefs, such as providing meaning, purpose, and a sense of control over life's uncertainties. Deities often embody ideals, moral codes, and narratives that guide followers in their personal and social lives, influencing their decisions, ethical judgments, and interpersonal relationships.

Dejà vu refers to the feeling that one has already seen or experienced something one can't remember having seen or experienced.

deja vu refers to the erroneous feeling that a person has experienced a particular event before.

Delay behavior refers to the act of delaying the search for treatment for recognized symptoms.