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Deutsch: Savant-Syndrom / Inselbegabung / Español: Síndrome del sabio / Português: Síndrome do sábio / Français: Syndrome du savant / Italiano: Sindrome del savant
Savant Syndrome in the psychology context refers to a rare condition in which an individual demonstrates extraordinary abilities in a specific domain—such as music, mathematics, art, or memory—despite having significant cognitive or developmental limitations, often associated with autism spectrum conditions or intellectual disabilities.
People with savant syndrome may possess what appears to be islands of genius, where their skills far exceed typical levels, sometimes accompanied by deficits in social, communication, or everyday functioning.
Deutsch: Ersparnisse / Español: Ahorros / Português: Poupança / Français: Épargne / Italiano: Risparmi
Savings in psychology refers to the concept of how past learning or experiences can reduce the time and effort needed to relearn the same information or skill in the future. This phenomenon, also known as the savings method or savings effect, is a key concept in the study of memory and learning, illustrating how retained knowledge from previous learning sessions facilitates quicker reacquisition of the same material.
In the realm of psychology, a scaffold refers to a supportive structure or framework that assists individuals in their cognitive and behavioral development. This concept draws inspiration from Lev Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory of learning, where scaffolding represents the guidance and support provided by more knowledgeable individuals or educators to help learners accomplish tasks beyond their current abilities. Scaffolds can take various forms, such as verbal cues, prompts, feedback, or physical aids, and they are designed to gradually fade as individuals become more independent and proficient in their skills.
Deutsch: Skala / Español: Escala / Português: Escala / Français: Échelle / Italiano: Scala
(1) A type of composite measure composed of several items that have a logical or empirical structure among them. Examples of scales include Bogardus social distance, Guttman, Likert, and Thurstone scales. Contrasted with index. (2) One of the less appetizing parts of a fish.
Scale in the psychology context generally refers to a set of standardized questions or tasks designed to measure specific psychological attributes, traits, or abilities. These scales are crucial tools in psychological research and clinical practice, providing a systematic way to quantify complex constructs like intelligence, personality, mental health status, and many other psychological phenomena.
Deutsch: Skalierung / Español: Escalado / Português: Escalonamento / Français: Échelonnement / Italian: Scalatura
Scaling in psychology refers to the process of measuring or quantifying the attributes, attitudes, or behaviors of individuals on a continuum or scale. This technique is used to assess the intensity, frequency, or magnitude of psychological constructs and is fundamental in psychological testing, research, and Clinical Assessments.
Deutsch: Abtasten / Español: Escaneo / Português: Escaneamento / Français: Balayage / Italiano: Scansione
Scanning in the psychology context refers to the process of systematically searching for or examining specific information within a broader set of data. This can involve visual, auditory, or cognitive searches where individuals are looking for particular stimuli or pieces of information. Scanning is a crucial component of attention and perception, playing a significant role in how we process and interact with our environment.