Glossary D

Glossary D

- DMTC (Delayed matching-to-sample) : DMTC which is the acronym of Delayed matching-to-sample refers to an experimental procedure in which the animal is first shown a sample stimulus and then, following some delay, is required to select that stimulus out of a group of alternative stimuli.

DNA refers to --->Deoxyribonucleic acid, the genetic "fingerprint" that is unique to each individual.

DNA fingerprinting (or profiling) refers to the use of biological residue found at the scene of a crime for genetic comparisons in aiding the identification of criminal suspects.

DNA Profiling/Genetic Fingerprinting defined as "the matching " of DNA profiles between suspects, victims, evidence, and locations.

Docility it is when people allow their situation to dictate the options they have

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree is defined as an advanced degree in psychology with a relative emphasis on clinical and assessment skills and a relative deemphasis on research competence.

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) is defined as the doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology that emphasizes training in the professional application of psychological principles rather than in scientific methodology.

Doctoral degree refers to a degree that requires training beyond the master's degree. In Clinical psychology, the Doctoral degree is often obtainable after 4 years of graduate training in assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy, and research, plus a one-year internship.