Glossary E

Glossary E

Ecological Theory refers to a type of sociological approach which emphasizes demographics (the characteristics of population groups) and geographics (the mapped location of such groups rela

Ecological validity refers to the degree to which particular findings in one environmental context may be considered relevant outside that context; the extent to which the findings of

Ecological/Sociological model refers to the Theory that children's behaviors are not inherently inappropriate but only acquire meaning when examined in relation to the social and cultural context or situation in which they occur.

Ecology is defined as the distribution of human groups with reference to material resources, and the consequent social and cultural patterns. Ecology is the branch of Biology that deals with the relationships between living organisms and their environment.

Deutsch: Wirtschaftliche Not / Español: Dificultades económicas / Português: Dificuldades econômicas / Français: Difficultés économiques / Italiano: Difficoltà economiche

Economic hardship in the psychology context refers to the stress and psychological effects experienced by individuals or families due to financial instability, poverty, unemployment, or the inability to meet basic needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare. This term highlights the significant impact that financial difficulties can have on mental health and well-being.

Economics is defined as the study of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and the study of money

Deutsch: Ökosystem / Español: Ecosistema / Português: Ecossistema / Français: Écosystème / Italian: Ecosistema

Ecosystem in the psychology context refers to the complex and dynamic interrelationships between individuals and their environments, encompassing various systems that influence behavior, development, and well-being. This concept is often explored through ecological systems theory, which emphasizes the multiple layers of environmental influences on an individual's life.

Ecstasy refers to a club drug made from methylene-dioxymethamphetamine (MDMA). Known as club drug, it is both a stimulant and a hallucinogen, and its side effects are potentially life-threatening.