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Hospital Administration

Deutsch: Krankenhausverwaltung / Español: Administración hospitalaria / Português: Administração hospitalar / Français: Administration hospitalière / Italiano: Amministrazione ospedaliera

Hospital administration in the psychology context refers to the management and oversight of hospital operations and services related to mental health and psychological Care. This includes the coordination of mental health services, oversight of psychiatric departments, management of staff including psychologists and psychiatrists, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients with psychological disorders or needs.

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Hospital observation

Hospital observation refers to observation that is carried out in psychiatric hospitals or institutions using an observational device designed for that purpose.

Hospitality

Hospitality in the psychology context refers to the quality or disposition of being welcoming, warm, and generous towards others. It encompasses the willingness to provide Care, comfort, and a sense of belonging to individuals, whether they are friends, family members, acquaintances, or even strangers. This psychological trait is vital for building positive relationships, fostering a sense of community, and promoting overall well-being.

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Hospitalization

Hospitalization in the Psychology Context: Understanding, Examples, Recommendations, and Related Concepts

Hospitalization is a term primarily associated with physical health, where individuals are admitted to a hospital for medical treatment and Care. However, in the psychology context, hospitalization refers to the Admission of individuals to psychiatric hospitals or mental health facilities due to severe mental health issues or emotional crises. This comprehensive exploration will delve into the meaning of hospitalization in the psychology context, provide numerous examples to illustrate its significance, offer recommendations for supporting individuals who require hospitalization, and discuss related concepts that contribute to a deeper understanding of this critical mental health intervention.

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Host

Host refers to the central personality of an individual with dissociative identity disorder.

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Hostile

Deutsch: Feindselig / Español: Hostil / Português: Hostil / Français: Hostile / Italiano: Ostile

In psychology, hostile refers to attitudes, feelings, or behaviors that are antagonistic, aggressive, or overtly unfriendly towards others. It is a term that describes a range of negative interactions or perceptions that can manifest in various social, personal, and professional contexts.

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Hostile aggression

Hostile aggression refers to an act of aggression stemming from feelings of anger and aimed at inflicting pain.It is a type of aggression driven by anger and performed as an end in itself (also called affective aggression).

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Hostile Attribution

Deutsch: Feindselige Attribution / Español: Atribución Hostil / Português: Atribuição Hostil / Français: Attribution Hostile / Italian: Attribuzione Ostile

Hostile Attribution in the psychology context refers to the tendency to interpret others' behaviors as having hostile intent, even when the behavior is ambiguous or Benign. This cognitive bias can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and aggressive reactions.

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