Glossary D

Glossary D

Diffidence is the the inability to act, due to overwhelming self -doubt.

Diffuse status characteristic is a term in Status characteristics theory, general personal qualities such as age, race, and ethnicity that people consider when estimating the relative competency, ability, and social value of themselves and others.

Diffusibility means that a more diffusible substance is more easily entered into or "receptive" of another

Diffusion refers to a threat to internal validity that occurs when a treatment effect spreads from the treatment group to the control group, often from participants talking to each other. Diffusion is also defined as the random movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

Diffusion of responsibility refers to the phenomenon whereby each bystander's sense of responsibility to help decreases as the number of witnesses increases.

- Diffusion of responsibility (I=N–t) : Diffusion of responsibility (I=N–t) refers to the Power law showing that impact (I) of other people decreases as a function of the number (N) of other people

Diffusion-of-responsibility effect refers to the belief that we don't need to help in an emergency because other people will do so. Diffusion of responsibility is a reduction of personal responsibility experienced by individuals in groups and social collectives identified by John Darley and Bibb Latané in their studies of Bystanders’ failures to help someone in need.

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In the psychology context, the term "digest" does not directly correspond to a specific psychological concept. However, it can refer to a condensed version or summary of psychological research, theories, findings, or literature. A psychological digest might include key points, summaries of empirical studies, theoretical discussions, and analyses of psychological phenomena. This format is particularly useful for students, professionals, and researchers who need to quickly grasp the essence of complex psychological materials without delving into extensive details.