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Deutsch: Dummheit / Español: Estupidez / Português: Estupidez / Français: Stupidité / Italiano: Stupidità
Stupidity in the field of psychology refers to a perceived lack of intelligence or understanding, often manifested through poor decision-making, inability to learn from mistakes, or exhibiting behaviors that defy logical reasoning. It is a complex concept that can encompass cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions.
Stuttering refers to disturbance in the fluency and time patterning of speech, such as sound and syllable repetitions or prolongations
Deutsch: Subkultur / Español: Subcultura / Português: Subcultura / Français: Sous-culture / Italian: Sottocultura
Subculture in psychology refers to a group of people within a larger culture who differentiate themselves from the larger group through unique beliefs, values, behaviors, and interests. Subcultures form around shared characteristics and experiences, providing a sense of identity and community to their members. So, a Subculture is a subdivision within the dominant culture that has its own norms, beliefs, and values.
Deutsch: Unterteilung / Español: Subdivisión / Português: Subdivisão / Français: Subdivision / Italiano: Suddivisione
Subdivision in psychology refers to the process or concept of dividing a complex phenomenon, construct, or field into smaller, more specific categories, components, or areas for analysis, understanding, and application. It is often used to organise and clarify intricate psychological theories, behaviours, or systems.
Deutsch: Subjekt
In the context of psychology, a "subject" is an individual who participates in a research study or experiment. Subjects are typically recruited to participate in psychological research in order to help researchers better understand human behavior, thought, and emotions.