Glossary N

Nonsocial group refers to a group in which two (2) or more people are in the same place at the same time but are not interacting with each other, example are fans at a baseball game and people attending a concert

Nonspecific factors refer to factors that are not specific to any particular therapy orientation yet contribute to a positive treatment outcome, example is the expectation that one will improve.

Nonspecific immune mechanisms refer to set of responses to infection or a disorder that is engaged by the presence of a biological invader.
Nonstandardized assessment refers to an assessment approach intended to assess a single group of pupils, such as a class.
Nonstimulants refer to medicines that help people with ADHD.

Nontaster is defined as a person who cannot taste the compound phenylthiocarbamide (PTC).

Nontraditional relationships refer to any relationships other than a monogamous, legal marriage between a man and a woman
Nonverbal behavior are actions and cues that communicate meaning in ways other than by words