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Restoration-oriented processes

Restoration-oriented processes is one of the two (2) complementary sets of coping processes in mourning that include attending to life changes, doing new things and avoiding or distractiing oneself from grief, new roles, identities and realtionships

Restricting type

Restricting refers to a type of anorexia where the individual uses dieting, fasting, or excessive exercise to lose or avoid gaining weight. During the current episode of anorexia, the person has not engaged in binge-eating or purging behavior.

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Restriction

Restriction in the Psychology Context: Understanding, Examples, and Strategies

Restriction, in the context of psychology, refers to the deliberate limitation or control of one's thoughts, emotions, behaviors, or experiences. This comprehensive exploration delves into the concept of restriction in psychology, provides numerous examples of its manifestations, offers recommendations for understanding and addressing restrictive behaviors, and explores related psychological concepts that shed light on the complexities of human behavior and mental health.

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Restructure

Deutsch: Umstrukturierung / Español: reestructuración / Português: reestruturação / Français: restructuration / Italiano: ristrutturazione

Restructure in the psychology context refers to the process of changing or reorganizing cognitive patterns, thoughts, behaviors, or emotional responses to achieve better mental health or more effective problem-solving. It is commonly associated with cognitive restructuring, a key component of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), where individuals learn to identify and change negative or maladaptive thoughts that influence their emotions and behaviors.

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Resurgence

Deutsch: Wiederaufleben / Español: Resurgimiento / Português: Ressurgimento / Français: Résurgence / Italiano: Riapparizione

Resurgence in the psychology context refers to the reappearance of a previously extinguished behaviour when a more recent behaviour, initially reinforced, is no longer rewarded. This phenomenon is often studied in the fields of behavioural psychology and learning theory, particularly in relation to reinforcement and extinction processes.

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Retail therapy

Retail therapy is defined as shopping as a means of comfort, relaxation, or cheering up.

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Retardation

The term "retardation" is generally considered outdated and offensive when referring to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The preferred terminology is "intellectual disability" or "developmental disability." Intellectual disability is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. These limitations manifest during the developmental period and significantly impact an individual's everyday functioning. It is essential to approach this topic with sensitivity and use respectful language when discussing intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Retention

Deutsch: Speicherung / Español: Retención / Português: Retenção / Français: Rétention / Italiano: Ritenzione /

Retention in the Psychology Context: Understanding Memory and Learning

In psychology, retention refers to the ability to store and recall information over time. It is a fundamental aspect of memory and learning, allowing individuals to retain knowledge, experiences, and skills for future use. Retention plays a crucial role in various aspects of life, from education and work to personal development and problem-solving. In this comprehensive exploration, we will delve into the concept of retention in psychology, provide numerous examples of retention in action, offer recommendations on enhancing memory retention, discuss strategies for treating and healing memory-related issues, and explore related psychological concepts that shed light on the complexities of human memory.

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