Glossary P

In the context of psychology, "pleasantness" refers to a person's subjective experience of a stimulus as positive, enjoyable, or desirable. Pleasantness can be influenced by a variety of factors, including personal preferences, cultural norms,, past experiences, and situational context.

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Deutsch: Bitte / Español: Por favor / Português: Por favor / Français: S'il vous plaît / Italiano: Per favore

Please in the context of psychology refers to the use and implications of polite language and requests in social interactions and communication. The term "please" is a key component of politeness theory and is often analyzed in relation to social behavior, interpersonal relationships, and the dynamics of power and respect.

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Deutsch: Genuss
Pleasure refers to a positive emotional experience or feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction. Pleasure can be experienced in a variety of ways, such as through sensory experiences, social interactions, or activities that bring a sense of accomplishment or meaning.

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Pleasure principle is a term in psychoanalytic theory which is the motivating force oriented toward the immediate and total gratification of sensual needs and desires.

Pleura refers to a thin lining of cells that is attached to the inside of the chest wall and to the lung; the cells secrete a fluid that facilitates the movements of the lungs in the

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PLMS is the abbreviations of Periodic Limb Movements in Sleep that refers to a sleeping disorder in which the patient's arms or legs jerk during sleep, causing brief arousals. (see also Periodic limb movement disorder)

Plot refers to actions that take place in the story. Plots may have several episodes and/or actions. The story may be told more than once. Different plots or views of the plot may develop.

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Plotinus (205 - 270) refers to a Neo-Platonist who emphasized the importance of embracing the soul through introspection. These subjective experiences were more important and informative than physical experiences.