Glossary R
Glossary R
Deutsch: Rückfälligkeit / Español: Reincidencia / Português: Reincidência / Français: Récidive / Italiano: Recidiva
Recidivism refers to the tendency of an individual to relapse into a previous behaviour, especially after having been treated or punished for it. In psychology, this term is often used in the context of criminal behaviour or mental health disorders, where a person returns to harmful or maladaptive actions despite interventions. Recidivism is a key focus in rehabilitation and behavioural correction efforts.
Deutsch: Empfänger / Español: Receptor / Português: Recipiente / Français: Destinataire / Italiano: Destinatario
Recipient in the psychology context refers to an individual or entity that receives something, which could be a message, support, treatment, or any form of Communication or aid. The concept is crucial in understanding various psychological processes, including communication, social support, and therapeutic interactions.
Deutsch: Reziprokes Gen-Umwelt-Modell / Español: Modelo genético-ambiental recíproco / Português: Modelo de gene-ambiente recíproco / Français: Modèle génétique-environnement réciproque / Italiano: Modello genetico-ambientale reciproco /
Reciprocal gene–environment model refers to the Hypothesis that people with a genetic predisposition for a disorder may also have a genetic tendency to create environmental risk factors that promote the disorder.
In the psychology context, reciprocal play refers to a form of play where children (or adults) engage in back-and-forth interactions, taking turns and responding to each other in a mutual, cooperative manner. This type of play is crucial for social development, as it helps individuals learn about communication, empathy, sharing, and understanding social cues. Reciprocal play often begins in early childhood and is a foundational aspect of developing social skills and building relationships.