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Risk factor

Risk factor refers to a variable that precedes a negative outcome of interest and increases the chances that the outcome will occur.

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Risk-taking behaviours

Risk taking behaviours are behaviours in which there is some risk of immediate or later Self harm. Risk-taking behaviours might include activities such as dangerous driving, train surfing, a

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Ritalin

Ritalin refers to Methylphenidate which is Stimulant medication most commonly used in treating children with attention -deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

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Ritual

Deutsch: Ritual / Español: Ritual / Português: Ritual / Français: Rituel / Italiano: Rituale

Ritual in the psychology context refers to a set of fixed actions and sometimes words performed regularly, especially as part of a ceremony. These actions are imbued with symbolic meaning and are often integral to cultural, religious, or personal practices. In psychology, rituals can play a crucial role in providing structure, meaning, and comfort, as well as in influencing behavior and mental states.

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Ritualization

Deutsch: Ritualisierung / Español: Ritualización / Português: Ritualização / Français: Ritualisation / Italiano: Ritualizzazione

Ritualization in the psychology context refers to the process by which repetitive and patterned behaviors acquire significance and meaning beyond their original function, often becoming symbolic actions that express and manage emotions, affirm social bonds, or transmit cultural values. Ritualized behaviors can be observed in both individual and collective contexts and play a significant role in psychological well-being, social cohesion, and cultural identity.

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Robbery

Deutsch: Raub / Español: robo / Português: roubo / Français: vol avec violence / Italiano: rapina

Robbery in the psychology context refers to the study of the mental, emotional, and behavioral aspects of individuals involved in committing, witnessing, or being victims of robbery. Psychological research on robbery examines the motives behind the crime, the emotional and cognitive impacts on victims, and the behavior patterns of perpetrators. This understanding helps in developing effective interventions, treatments for trauma, and criminal profiling.

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Robert J. Sternberg

Robert J. Sternberg is a Cognitive Psychologist who is well-known for his Triarchic Theory of Intelligence. Robert J. Sternberg was born 1949 in New Jersey.

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Robotics

Deutsch: Robotik / Español: Robótica / Português: Robótica / Français: Robotique / Italiano: Robotica

Robotics in the psychology context refers to the study and application of robots in understanding human behaviour, cognition, and emotions, as well as their role in therapeutic, educational, and social settings. It examines how humans interact with robots and how robots can be designed to support psychological and emotional well-being.

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